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Six ways to Travel from Cardiff to Brighton

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Cheapest
By car (307 km)
3 h 23 min
307 km.
from $16
Other
Rideshare
3 h 23 min
307 km.
from $11.68
Train
3 h 30 min
224 km.
from $230.02
Bus via Crawley
7 h 21 min
224 km.
from $38.41
Train, Plane
6 h 8 min
223 km.
from $196.64
Train via Southampton
4 h 40 min
224 km.
from $131.83

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$35.44–$240.50

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$48.10–$240.50
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$696.18

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$151.89–$607.57

Aurigny

Website:
aurigny.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.24–$341.76

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Gatwick
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04

Metrobus

Phone:
+44 1293 449191
Email:
Website:
metrobus.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.56–$5.06

Train operators

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from London Victoria to Brighton
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18
Train from Southampton Central to Brighton
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$40.50

Gatwick Express

Phone:
+44 345 850 1530
Website:
gatwickexpress.com/travel-information/plan-your-journey/timetables
Train from London Victoria to Brighton
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$59.49

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$215.18
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$63.29
Train from Cardiff Central to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$177.21

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Sophia Gardens Cricket Ground to Gatwick
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$40.50–$58.23

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Brighton is to bus via Crawley which costs $32.61 - $44.57 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Brighton?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Brighton is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Brighton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at London Road Shops via Gatwick Airport North Terminal and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Brighton via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Brighton?

The distance between Cardiff and Brighton is 320 km. The road distance is 305.7 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Brighton?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Cardiff to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Brighton bus from?

Cardiff to Brighton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Brighton train from?

Cardiff to Brighton train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Brighton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Brighton is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $46.74 - $81.52 and takes 5h 29m, you could also fly, which costs $46.74 - $250 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff to Brighton bus arrive?

Cardiff to Brighton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Cardiff to Brighton train arrive?

Cardiff to Brighton train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Brighton is 306 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cardiff to Brighton.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Brighton?

Book your Cardiff to Brighton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1608+ hotels available in Brighton. Prices start at $58.18 per night.
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