Brighton to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to London

Showing times and prices for Jan 08

Cheapest price

€11

Average price

€19

Fastest journey

2 h 55 m

Average duration

3 h 1 m

Buses per day

40

Distance

76 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to London will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast buses

Of the 40 buses that leave Brighton for London on Thu, Jan 08, 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jan 08 the direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .

On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest buses will take 3 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.

National ExpressNX025
09:40PM3h10
Brighton
12:50AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
111One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX025
07:30PM3h20
Brighton
10:50PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
111One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX025
05:41AM3h49
Brighton, Preston Circus
09:30AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
111One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX025
08:40PM3h19
Brighton
11:59PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
111One-way
0 transfers
National ExpressNX025
05:35AM3h55
Brighton
09:30AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
111One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brighton to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. 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 bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 76 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€12

Average price

Cheapest

€25

Average price

2h 53m

Average total duration

2h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Thameslink

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

Brighton to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to London buses for today, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 3:15 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX025
Delayed
4:00 AM 2:55 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
2h55
11:30 AM 11:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0253:55 AM Brighton
3h25
7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
4:00 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h20
11:30 AM 11:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0254:40 AM Brighton
3h30
8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
4:45 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h25
11:30 AM 11:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0255:35 AM Brighton
3h55
9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
5:41 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h49
11:30 AM 11:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0256:45 AM Brighton
3h45
10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
6:51 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h39
11:30 AM 11:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0258:05 AM Brighton
3h25
11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
8:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h18
11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0259:05 AM Brighton
3h25
12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
9:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h18
12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02510:05 AM Brighton
3h25
1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
10:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h18
1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02511:05 AM Brighton
3h25
2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
11:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h18
2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02512:05 PM Brighton
3h25
3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
12:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h18
3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0251:05 PM Brighton
3h25
4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
1:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h18
4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0251:55 PM Brighton
3h35
5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
2:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h28
5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0252:50 PM Brighton
3h40
6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
2:57 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h33
6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0254:05 PM Brighton
3h40
7:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
4:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h33
7:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0255:10 PM Brighton
3h25
8:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
5:17 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h18
8:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0256:20 PM Brighton
3h20
9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
6:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h13
9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0257:30 PM Brighton
3h20
10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
7:37 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h13
10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0258:40 PM Brighton
3h19
11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
8:47 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h12
11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0259:40 PM Brighton
3h10
12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
9:47 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h03
12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02510:45 PM Brighton
3h05
1:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025
On time
10:50 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
3h00
1:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
0 transfersDirect
Thursday, January 8
national_expressNX0252:50 AM Brighton
3h00
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0252:55 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
2h55
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to London

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Buses from Brighton to London run on average 35 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 76 km distance in 2h 27m.

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
76 km
Average bus duration
2h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Buses per day
35
Direct buses
34
Fastest bus
2h 27m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:57
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 LondonYou can travel by bus between Brighton to London with National Express for as low as €5. 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
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
€5
National Express frequency
37 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 London

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to London can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to London is €20; 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 London is 2 h 15 min   to travel the 75 km long trip, with around there are 35 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to London leaves at 11: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to London leaves at 22: 50.
Yes, there are 35 direct coaches a day from Brighton to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Brighton to London coach with National Express or Bus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to London from Brighton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Brighton, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Brighton, Preston Circus, Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton, Patcham and Brighton, Preston Park. When arriving in London, you can end your trip in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brighton, Preston Circus, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to London by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel from Brighton to London 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Brighton to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to London.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Brighton to London, follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to London.
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to London needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to London.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to London.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to London.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to London.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Brighton to London

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    The major bus station for departures in Brighton is Brighton, Preston Circus. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton, Preston Circus for your trip from Brighton to London.
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