London Gatwick Airport to Brighton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

Showing times and prices for Nov 27

Cheapest price

€4

Average price

€8

Fastest journey

28 m

Average duration

28 m

Buses per day

84

Distance

37 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.

Fast buses

Of the 84 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Brighton on Thu, Nov 27, 84 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 37 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 28 m .

On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 28 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
09:35AM0h55
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
10:30AMBrighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
€41One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:45AM0h35
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
08:20AMBrighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
€41One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
05:45PM0h45
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
06:30PMBrighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
€41One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:35AM0h45
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
10:20AMBrighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
€41One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:35AM0h55
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
08:30AMBrighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
€41One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 37 km

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Train

€7

Average price

Cheapest

€13

Average price

1h 22m

Average total duration

52m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

33m

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30m

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Brighton buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 2:39 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express1:10 PM London Gatwick Airport
0h52
2:02 PM Brighton0 transfersDirect
national_express9:45 PM London Gatwick Airport
0h35
10:20 PM Brighton0 transfersDirect
national_express10:50 PM London Gatwick Airport
0h45
11:35 PM Brighton0 transfersDirect
national_express10:59 PM London Gatwick Airport
0h46
11:45 PM Brighton0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 27
national_expressNX0251:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
2:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0251:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
2:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0252:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
0h28
2:28 AM Brighton, Patcham0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton run on average 50 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

There are 50 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 37 km distance in 35m.

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
37 km
Average bus duration
52m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Buses per day
50
Direct buses
50
Fastest bus
35m
First bus
02:50
Last bus
22:59
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 London Gatwick Airport to BrightonYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Brighton with National Express for as low as €4. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
€8
National Express frequency
46 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 London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton coach time is 35 min   covering the 37 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton leaves at 00: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton leaves at 23: 59.
There are 46 coaches a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton which require at least one change with National Express or Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton you can take a coach with National Express or Bus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Brighton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Brighton from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Brighton from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton, follow these tips:

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

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

    London
    Brighton
    Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
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    Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN
    Brighton, Patcham
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    Brighton, Preston Circus
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    Brighton, Preston Park
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    Brighton, Withdean Park
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    Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
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    Hove, Kingsway
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    Portslade, Wellington Road
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