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Compare train and bus for Colchester to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $103.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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$56 Average price Cheapest | $104 Average price |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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The best way to travel from Colchester to Brighton is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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This is compared to other travel options from Colchester to Brighton:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colchester to Brighton costing on average $103 (€84).
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
- Around 25 buses per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Colchester and Brighton as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Colchester station (COL) and arrive in Brighton station (BTN).
- Buses mostly depart from Colchester, East Hill / High Street and arrive in Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church).
- Travel with Thameslink, Abellio Greater Anglia to go to Brighton by train.
- Travel with National Express to go to Brighton by bus.
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