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Transportation

Train

From London: Trains to Brighton depart frequently from London Victoria Station and London Bridge Station. The journey typically takes around 1 hour. You can check train schedules and book tickets online or at the station.

From Gatwick Airport: There are direct trains from Gatwick Airport to Brighton, with a journey time of approximately 30 minutes. These trains usually depart from the airport's railway station, located within the terminal.

From other cities: If you're traveling from other cities such as Southampton, Portsmouth, or Bristol, you may need to change trains at a major station like London Victoria or Clapham Junction.

Book train tickets with National Rail here

Flying

Gatwick direct 30 minute train, Luton London Underground to Victoria then connect mainline train to Brighton. Stanstead trains take 2.5 hours includes two changes one at Tottenham Hale for underground train to Victoria then mainline train to Brighton.

Coach

National express from anywhere in UK takes into central Brighton. Brighton & Hove buses £5 day ticket.

Book your coach tickets here with National Express

Driving

From London: Take the M23 southbound, which leads directly onto the A23. Continue on the A23 until you reach Brighton.

From the West (e.g., Bristol): Take the M4 eastbound until it merges with the M25. From there, follow signs for the M23 southbound and then onto the A23 towards Brighton.

From the East (e.g., Dover): Take the M20 westbound until it merges with the M25. Follow signs for the M23 southbound and then onto the A23 towards Brighton.

From the North (e.g., Birmingham): Take the M6 southbound until it merges with the M1. Continue on the M1 southbound until it merges with the M25. From there, follow signs for the M23 southbound and then onto the A23 towards Brighton.

Once you're on the A23 heading towards Brighton, continue following signs for Brighton until you reach your destination. It's essential to keep an eye on traffic conditions and plan your route accordingly, especially during peak travel times.