Brighton to Guildford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Guildford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€11

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€16

Fastest journey on Sep 19

5 h 28 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

5 h 43 m

Buses on Sep 19

10

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Guildford will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Brighton to Guildford without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    1:05 PM6h05
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    7:10 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    111One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    10:05 AM6h05
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    4:10 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    111One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    4:05 PM5h55
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    10:00 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    111One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    8:05 AM5h35
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    1:40 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    111One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX030
    4:12 PM5h48
    Brighton, Preston Circus
    10:00 PMGuildford, Egerton Road
    141One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brighton to Guildford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €34.

Distance: 54 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

€17

Average price

Cheapest

€34

Average price

€13

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 4m

Average total duration

4h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 13m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

National Express

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

The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Guildford is a bus with an average price of €17.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Guildford:

A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Guildford costing on average €34.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Guildford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 32m.

Other travel options to Guildford take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Guildford including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Brighton to Guildford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Guildford buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX025 · NX0305:10 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
5h55
11:05 AM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX0305:15 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
5h50
11:05 AM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX0308:05 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
5h35
1:40 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX0308:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
5h28
1:40 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX03010:05 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
6h05
4:10 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX03010:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
5h58
4:10 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX0301:05 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
6h05
7:10 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX0301:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
5h58
7:10 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX0304:05 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
5h55
10:00 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX0304:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
5h48
10:00 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Guildford

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Buses from Brighton to Guildford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 54 km distance in 5h 55m.

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
54 km
Average bus duration
4h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
5h 55m
First bus
12:20 AM
Last bus
11:05 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
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 Brighton to GuildfordYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Guildford with National Express for as low as €12. 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 National Express Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest National Express Price
€12
National Express frequency
25 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 Brighton to Guildford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Guildford 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 Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Guildford can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Guildford is €17; 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 Brighton to Guildford is 5h 55m to travel the 54 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 Brighton to Guildford leaves at 12:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brighton to Guildford leaves at 11:05 PM.
There are 5 coaches a day from Brighton to Guildford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to Guildford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Guildford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton and Guildford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Brighton , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z), Brighton, Preston Circus . When arriving in Guildford , you can end your trip in coach stations like Guildford, Egerton Road .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brighton, Preston Circus, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Guildford, Egerton Road, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Guildford from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Guildford is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Guildford including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brighton to Guildford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Guildford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brighton to Guildford 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 Brighton to Guildford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to Guildford:
  • 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 Brighton to Guildford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Guildford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brighton to Guildford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Guildford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brighton to Guildford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Brighton to Guildford

Most Brighton to Guildford buses use the Brighton, Preston Circus to Guildford, Egerton Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Guildford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Brighton
Arrival bus stations in Guildford
Brighton, Preston CircusBrighton (Preston Circus), Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 4QE, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Brighton, Preston Circus from Brighton city centre

Bus17 · 6m · €2 · every ~5 min

Brighton, Preston Circus bus station facilities and services

Brighton, Preston Circus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Preston Circus. ATMs are available at Brighton, Preston Circus.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Preston Circus.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Buses with accessibility features serve this stop.

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