How to get from Brighton to Tenterden by bus and train?

From Brighton to Tenterden by bus and train

To get from Brighton to Tenterden in Ashford, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the THAMESLINK train from Brighton station to London Bridge station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTHEASTERN train and finally take the 12 bus from Railway Station, Headcorn station to Old Post Office, Tenterden station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 53 min. The bus and train schedule from Brighton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tenterden on the Moovit app.

173min
Train - THAMESLINK
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 1212
Walk to Tenterden
Leaves from Brighton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Brighton
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    69 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Ramsgate
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Headcorn
    56 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Headcorn
    40 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Tenterden
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Post Office, Tenterden
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Tenterden
    Walk to
    Tenterden
    Eastwell Meadows
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Brighton to Tenterden

The distance between Brighton, Ashford and Tenterden, Ashford is approximately 163.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 173 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brighton to Tenterden by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ashford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Brighton to Tenterden

To check the bus and train timetable from Brighton to Tenterden using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brighton) and destination (Tenterden), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Tenterden?

    The fastest way takes 173 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Brighton and Tenterden?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Brighton to Tenterden?

    The THAMESLINK train line goes from London Bridge station near Brighton in Brighton And Hove to Headcorn station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Headcorn station near Tenterden in Ashford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brighton to Tenterden by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Brighton in Brighton And Hove and Tenterden in Ashford by train and bus is about 2 hr 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Brighton to get to Tenterden?

    Get on the THAMESLINK train from the London Bridge station near Brighton in Brighton And Hove.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Brighton and Tenterden?

    Get off the train at the Headcorn stop, which is closest to Tenterden in Ashford.

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