The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Bath
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brighton to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Bath will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
It's difficult to get from Brighton to Bath without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus4:15 PM6h15Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)10:30 PMBath, Bus Station€171One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:30 PM6h55Brighton8:25 PMBath, Bus Station€171One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:40 PM6h45Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)8:25 PMBath, Bus Station€171One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:05 PM6h25Brighton10:30 PMBath, Bus Station€171One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:00 AM5h25Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)10:25 AMBath, Bus Station€261One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX4035:17 PM4h48Brighton, Preston Circus10:05 PMBath, Bus Station€521One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX4035:10 PM4h55Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)10:05 PMBath, Bus Station€521One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX4036:27 PM4h58Brighton, Preston Circus11:25 PMBath, Bus Station€521One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX40310:12 AM5h03Brighton, Preston Circus3:15 PMBath, Bus Station€521One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX4036:20 PM5h05Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)11:25 PMBath, Bus Station€521One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brighton to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Bath 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 0m. 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 bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 167 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bath buses for today, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 10:12 AM 5:15 AMBrighton, Preston Circus | 4h45 | 10:00 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 10:12 AM 7:11 AMBrighton, Preston Circus | 5h04 | 12:15 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 10:12 AM 8:12 AMBrighton, Preston Circus | 5h33 | 1:45 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 10:12 AM 10:12 AMBrighton, Preston Circus | 5h03 | 3:15 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 12:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 5h18 | 5:30 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Brighton | 6h55 | 8:25 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 6h45 | 8:25 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 3:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 5h08 | 8:20 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Brighton | 6h25 | 10:30 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 6h15 | 10:30 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 5:17 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 4h48 | 10:05 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 6:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 4h58 | 11:25 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 7:37 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 5h43 | 1:20 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 10:50 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 11h20 | 10:10 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 11 | |||||
NX025 · NX403 | 4:40 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h30 | 10:10 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | 4:45 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 5h25 | 10:10 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 AM Brighton | 5h30 | 10:25 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 AM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 5h25 | 10:25 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | 6:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h30 | 12:15 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | 6:51 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 5h24 | 12:15 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | 8:05 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h40 | 1:45 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | 8:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 5h33 | 1:45 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Bath
Buses from Brighton to Bath run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 03:50, the last at 22:57. The fastest bus covers the 167 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 167 km |
Average bus duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 3:50 AM |
Last bus 10:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to BathYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Bath with National Express for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brighton to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brighton to Bath
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
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