The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Brighton
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Buses per day
60
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London 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 to Brighton will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 60 buses that leave London for Brighton on Thu, Nov 13, 60 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
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Compare train and bus for London to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Brighton 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 €10.
Distance: 76 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg 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
London to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Brighton buses for today, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX025 | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 10:10 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 11:05 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 12:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 1:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 2:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 12:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 3:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 4:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 5:15 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 6:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 7:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 9:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 9:55 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h52 | 11:22 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h37 | 12:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h38 | 2:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX025 | 1:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 3:35 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 1:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 3:30 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 1:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 3:25 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h55 | 4:25 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h00 | 4:30 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 4:35 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 3:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 6:15 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 3:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 6:25 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 3:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 6:20 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 5:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 7:55 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 5:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 8:05 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 | 5:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 7:50 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Brighton
Buses from London to Brighton run on average 54 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 54 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 35m.
Distance 76 km |
Average bus duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 54 |
Direct buses 54 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to BrightonYou can travel by bus between London to Brighton with National Express for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London, you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3. When arriving in Brighton, you can end your route in coach stations like Brighton, Preston Circus, Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton, Patcham, Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) and Brighton, Preston Park.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Brighton, Preston Circus, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London to Brighton, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Brighton
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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