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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Derby is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Derby is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Derby Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Derby. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Derby via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Brighton to Derby?

The distance between Brighton and Derby is 182 miles. The road distance is 189.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Derby without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £90 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Brighton to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Derby bus from?

Brighton to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Derby train from?

Brighton to Derby train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Derby?

The best way to get from Brighton to Derby is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £90 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Brighton to Derby bus arrive?

Brighton to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Derby train arrive?

Brighton to Derby train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Derby is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Brighton to Derby.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton to Derby?

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 18m
£90–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Derby Bus Stationbus Ukn02
6h 3m
£26–41
Drive 188.6 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Derbycar 188.6 mi
3h 10m
£47–68
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane LGW - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
6h 9m
£91–226
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Asdabus
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Copeland Streetbus Sky
6h 50m
£39–72

Brighton to Derby by train

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Distance: 181 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Derby via London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Derby Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport in around 6h 3m.

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