Manchester to Brighton Taxi – Fixed Price from £516
49.4 miles · about 1 hr 4 min on clear roads · from £116 in a saloon, fixed before you book.
Manchester to Brighton taxi prices
Every price below is for the whole car, one way, and is fixed before you travel. It is worked out by the same fare engine as our booking form, using the 259-mile road distance, and does not change for traffic, weather or time of booking.
| Vehicle | Fits | One way | Return (save 5%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 3 passengers, 3 cases | £516 | £980 |
| Executive (E-Class or similar) | 3 passengers, 2 cases | £549 | £1043 |
| MPV | 6 passengers, 6 cases | £532 | £1011 |
| 9-seater | 8 passengers, 8 cases | £565 | £1074 |
Prices checked 2026-10-04. Fridays, weekend mornings and weekday peak journeys into or out of London carry a 20% time supplement, and Christmas and New Year dates are higher; your exact fare is shown before you pay.
The route from Manchester to Brighton
The road distance from Manchester to Brighton is 259 miles. With clear roads the drive takes about 5 hr 25 min; allow 7 hr 20 min at weekday peak times or on a Friday afternoon. On a journey this long your driver takes a short comfort break at a motorway services, and you can ask for extra stops when you book.
Picking up in Manchester
Pickup or drop-off at any Greater Manchester address, including Manchester Piccadilly station, MediaCityUK and Manchester Airport.
Arriving at Brighton
Pickup or drop-off anywhere in Brighton and Hove, including Brighton station, the seafront hotels and the universities.
What the fare includes
- Door-to-door travel from your Manchester address to Brighton
- All tolls, fuel and parking on the route
- Luggage for the vehicle you choose, with no per-bag charge
- A TfL-licensed driver (operator licence 11588) and a fully insured vehicle
- Driver details sent before you travel, and 24/7 support by phone and WhatsApp
Questions about Manchester to Brighton
How much is a taxi from Manchester to Brighton?
A saloon for up to 3 passengers is £516 one way, fixed when you book. An executive car is £549, an MPV for up to 6 is £532 and a 9-seater is £565. The price is per car, not per person, and includes tolls, parking and any airport drop-off charge.
How long does the drive from Manchester to Brighton take?
About 5 hr 25 min for the 259 miles with clear roads. At weekday peak times allow around 7 hr 20 min.
Can I book a return from Brighton to Manchester?
Yes. Book both legs together and the return saves 5%: a saloon return is £980 in total. You can also book the Brighton to Manchester journey on its own.
Does the price change on the day?
No. The fare is agreed at booking and does not surge for traffic, weather or events. The only extras are waiting time beyond the free allowance and changes you ask for, such as an extra stop.
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