The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Brighton
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
8 h 22 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Brighton will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 4 buses that leave Leeds for Brighton on Sat, Nov 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 344 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 22 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 9 h 56 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 344 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €94 Average price |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Brighton buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 AM Leeds | 8h27 | 7:57 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Leeds | 8h22 | 8:52 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Leeds | 8h35 | 2:35 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:59 PM Leeds | 9h56 | 8:55 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Brighton
Buses from Leeds to Brighton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 344 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 344 km |
Average bus duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express from Leeds to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Brighton with National Express for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

When departing from Leeds, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport and Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). When arriving in Brighton, you can end your trip in coach stations like Brighton, Patcham, Brighton, Preston Circus and Brighton.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Brighton, Patcham, located 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre.
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