Birmingham to Brighton bus with National Express

Thu, Jan 29
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Brighton

Showing times and prices for Jan 29

Cheapest price

€14

Average price

€19

Fastest journey

6 h 40 m

Average duration

7 h 24 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

220 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Brighton will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Birmingham for Brighton on Thu, Jan 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jan 29 the direct buses cover the 220 km distance in an average of 7 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .

On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest buses will take 8 h 31 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.

FlixBus
12:45PM6h40
Birmingham
07:25PMBrighton
141One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:59PM8h31
Birmingham
07:30AMBrighton
181One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:45PM7h00
Birmingham
11:45PMBrighton
261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €28.

Distance: 220 km

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Bus
Train

€18

Average price

Cheapest

€84

Average price

5h 56m

Average total duration

5h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Birmingham to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Brighton buses for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 7:13 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:59 PM Birmingham
6h26
6:25 AM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:59 PM Birmingham
6h36
6:35 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station1 transfer
Thursday, January 29
meinfernbus_flixbus12:45 PM Birmingham
6h40
7:25 PM Brighton0 transfersDirect
national_express4:45 PM Birmingham
7h00
11:45 PM Brighton0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Brighton

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Buses from Birmingham to Brighton run on average 43 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 220 km distance in 6h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
220 km
Average bus duration
5h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Buses per day
43
Fastest bus
6h 5m
First bus
00:02
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Brighton with National Express for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
€14
National Express frequency
41 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Brighton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Brighton by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Brighton can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Brighton is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Brighton is 6h 5m to travel the 220 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Brighton leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Brighton leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 43 coaches a day from Birmingham to Brighton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Brighton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Brighton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Brighton from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Brighton is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Brighton including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Brighton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Brighton depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Brighton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Brighton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Brighton

Birmingham
Brighton
The major bus station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham, Coach Station for your trip from Birmingham to Brighton.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Mill Lane
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway
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Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)
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