Tourist InformationGuide was updated: May 30, 2025

Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Gatwick Airport is the nearest international airport. It takes about 35-60 minutes to get to Brighton. From the railway station at the south terminal, you can catch the train, which takes only 30-40 minutes and leaves several times a day. The National Express bus takes one hour and is slightly cheaper.

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Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Heathrow Airport, the largest of the six international airports serving London and its surroundings, is located approximately two hours away from Brighton. The airport is accessible by coach, taxi and train. Coaches from Heathrow to Brighton take from 2 hours to 2 hours and 30 minutes. If you choose to take the train, the best option is to get to London and from there, catch the train to Brighton. There are also taxis available at the airport that can go directly from Heathrow to Brighton.

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Passport & Visa

For travel to the UK, citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland (except Irish citizens) need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). However, those planning to work or study in the UK for more than six months will need to obtain the appropriate visa. Additionally, residents of nine other countries — including Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States — can also visit the UK for up to six months without a visa, but they will still need an ETA. To ensure a smooth journey, it is advisable to consult the UK government website for any specific visa requirements or regulations.

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Public Transport

Several bus lines run through the city and you can find lots of stops in the centre. You can buy the ticket either on-board the bus, at a newsagent or online, and you can choose between tickets valid for only one journey to different kinds of day passes. Fare discounts are given to children, students and senior citizens.

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Taxi

There are plenty of taxis in Brighton and they can either be hailed from the street, found at a taxi rank or pre-booked. If you choose to hail one from the street look for the white and aqua-coloured cars with a sign saying 'Taxi' or 'For Hire.' Brighton & Hove Radio Cabs Ltd is one of the licensed taxi companies you will find.

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Post

There are several postal services all over Brighton and they are generally open from 9am to 5:30pm on weekdays and from 9am to 12:30pm on Saturdays. The main post office in Brighton can be found in the Churchill Square Shopping Centre. Stamps can be bought from post offices, newsstands and supermarkets.

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Pharmacy

In Brighton, some of the main pharmacy chains include Boots, and Superdrug.

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Telephone

Country Code: +44 Area Code: 1273

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Electricity

The United Kingdom uses the Type G electric plug, which is one with three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. And it operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.

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