4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Brighton
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Buses per day
60
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Brighton will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $8.
Of the 60 buses that leave London for Brighton every day 60 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. 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 coach costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 76 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$16 Average Price Cheapest | $34 Average Price |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Brighton coaches for today, Tuesday, 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:00 pm London | 3h35 | 7:35 pm Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 pm London | 2h37 | 11:37 pm Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:59 pm London | 2h46 | 1:45 am Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 21 January | |||||
| NX025 | 1:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 3:35 am Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 1:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 3:30 am Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 1:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 3:25 am Brighton, Preston Circus | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 2:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 4:25 am Brighton, Preston Circus | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 2:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 4:30 am Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 2:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 4:35 am Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 3:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 6:15 am Brighton, Preston Circus | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 3:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 6:25 am Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 3:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 6:20 am Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 5:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 7:55 am Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 5:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 8:05 am Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 5:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 7:50 am Brighton, Preston Circus | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Brighton run on average 54 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 54 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 76 km |
Average bus duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Buses per day 54 |
Direct buses 54 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to BrightonYou can travel by bus between London to Brighton with National Express for as low as $6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Brighton by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3. When arriving in Brighton, you can end your journey in coach stations like Brighton, Preston Circus, Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton, Patcham, Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) and Brighton, Preston Park.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Brighton, Preston Circus, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Brighton
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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