Brighton has a principal train station, Brighton Station, which serves as a major transport hub. The city is also home to several bus stops, with Pool Valley Coach Station acting as a key terminal for intercity services. London Gatwick (LGW) is the nearest major international airport, offering direct train connections to Brighton.
Direct trains operate regularly from London Victoria, London Bridge, and London St Pancras International (via Thameslink) to Brighton. The journey typically takes around 1 hour, with the fastest services completing the trip in approximately 52-58 minutes. One-way tickets can start from about £8-£10, with prices often increasing closer to the travel date.
National Express provides coach services from London Victoria Coach Station to Brighton. The bus journey usually lasts between 2 hours 25 minutes and 2 hours 52 minutes. One-way tickets are generally more economical, with prices starting from approximately £3.50-£8.48.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the closest major international airport to Brighton. Direct train services from Gatwick Airport to Brighton typically take between 26 and 38 minutes. Train tickets for this route can start from around £8-£10, with average prices ranging from £10-£19. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is also connected via direct National Express coach services, with a travel time of approximately 2 hours.
Driving to Brighton is facilitated by the A23/M23 from London and the A27 from the East or West. Parking in the city centre can be limited and costly. It is often recommended to park outside the city centre and use local public transport, or to inquire about parking options with your accommodation. Free parking with bus connections to the city centre is available at Withdean Sports Complex.
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