The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Bath
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
24
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 €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
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€191One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:05 PM6h25Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road10:30 PMBath, Bus Station€191One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:40 PM6h45Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)8:25 PMBath, Bus Station€201One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:30 PM6h55Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road8:25 PMBath, Bus Station€201One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:00 AM5h25Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)10:25 AMBath, Bus Station€231One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX4034:12 PM4h58Brighton, Preston Circus9:10 PMBath, Bus Station€641One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX4032:02 PM5h03Brighton, Preston Circus7:05 PMBath, Bus Station€621One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX4034:05 PM5h05Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)9:10 PMBath, Bus Station€641One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX4031:55 PM5h10Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)7:05 PMBath, Bus Station€621One-way1 transfer
NX025 · NX4036:51 AM5h24Brighton, Preston Circus12:15 PMBath, Bus Station€441One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 €12. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 167 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m 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, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:45 PM Brighton | 11h25 | 9:10 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 PM Brighton | 11h20 | 9:10 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM Brighton | 11h20 | 10:10 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 25 | |||||
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 11:15 AM 4:40 AMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h30 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 11:12 AM 4:45 AMBrighton, Preston Circus | 5h25 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 AM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 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 | Delayed 11:15 AM 6:45 AMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h30 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 11:12 AM 6:51 AMBrighton, Preston Circus | 5h24 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 11:15 AM 9:05 AMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h40 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 11:12 AM 9:12 AMBrighton, Preston Circus | 5h33 | 3:45 PM 3:45 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 11:15 AM 11:05 AMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h40 | 4:45 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | Delayed 11:12 AM 11:12 AMBrighton, Preston Circus | 5h33 | 4:45 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 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 1:55 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h10 | 7:05 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 2:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 5h03 | 7:05 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 4:05 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h05 | 9:10 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 6h25 | 10:30 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 4:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 4h58 | 9:10 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 5:10 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h45 | 10:55 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 5:17 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 5h38 | 10:55 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | On time 7:30 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 5h50 | 1:20 AM 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 10:45 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 11h25 | 10:10 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Bath
Buses from Brighton to Bath run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 22:57. The fastest bus covers the 167 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 167 km |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 3:05 AM |
Last bus 10:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Brighton to BathYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Bath with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €12. 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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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