Newcastle to Brighton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Newcastle to Brighton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€28

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€41

Fastest journey on Sep 18

11 h 5 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

11 h 23 m

Buses on Sep 18

15

Distance

471 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Newcastle to Brighton will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast buses

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

  • National ExpressNX591 · NX025
    1:30 PM11h05
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    12:35 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
    281One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX591 · NX025
    1:30 PM11h15
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    12:45 AMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    281One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX591 · NX025
    1:30 PM11h07
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    12:37 AMBrighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
    281One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX426 · NX025
    5:20 AM12h05
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    5:25 PMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    391One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX426 · NX025
    5:20 AM11h52
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    5:12 PMBrighton, Preston Circus
    391One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Newcastle to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €157.

Distance: 471 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Flight

€40

Average price

Cheapest

€97

Average price

€157

Average price

11h 9m

Average total duration

10h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 7m

Average total duration

4h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.4 - 2.8kg

CO2 emissions

National Express

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London North Eastern Railway

Most popular train company

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Most popular airline

Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Brighton is a bus with an average price of €40.

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

A bus is €57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Brighton costing on average €97.

A bus is €117 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle to Brighton costing on average €157.

The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Brighton is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 13m.

Other travel options to Brighton take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 37m.

Bus takes on average 10h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Newcastle and Brighton including taking a bus, train, and flight.

Live departures

Newcastle to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Brighton buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX426 · NX0257:45 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
12h50
8:35 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 transfer
National ExpressNX426 · NX0257:45 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
12h37
8:22 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 transfer
National ExpressNX426 · NX0257:45 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
12h40
8:25 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
National ExpressNX591 · NX0251:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
11h15
12:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 transfer
National ExpressNX591 · NX0251:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
11h05
12:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 transfer
National ExpressNX591 · NX0251:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
11h07
12:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
National ExpressNX426 · NX0252:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
11h50
2:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 transfer
National ExpressNX426 · NX0252:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
12h00
2:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 transfer
National ExpressNX426 · NX0252:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
11h52
2:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
Friday, September 18
National ExpressNX598 · NX02512:20 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
11h45
12:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
National ExpressNX598 · NX02512:20 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
11h55
12:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 transfer
National ExpressNX598 · NX02512:20 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
11h42
12:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 transfer

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National Express operates all buses services from Newcastle to Brighton.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Brighton

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Buses from Newcastle to Brighton run on average 17 times per day, taking around 10h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 471 km distance in 11h 5m.

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
471 km
Average bus duration
10h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
€25
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
11h 5m
First bus
12:02 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
35 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 Newcastle to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Brighton with National Express for as low as €25. 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
11h 5m
Cheapest National Express Price
€25
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 Newcastle to Brighton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Brighton can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Newcastle to Brighton is €40; 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 Newcastle to Brighton is 11h 5m to travel the 471 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 Newcastle to Brighton leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Newcastle to Brighton leaves at 11:45 PM.
There are 17 coaches a day from Newcastle to Brighton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Newcastle to Brighton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Brighton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Newcastle and Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Brighton from Newcastle is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 11h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Newcastle to Brighton is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Newcastle and Brighton including taking a bus, train, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Newcastle to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Newcastle to Brighton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Newcastle to Brighton 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 Newcastle to Brighton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Newcastle to Brighton:
  • 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 Newcastle to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Newcastle to Brighton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Newcastle to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Newcastle to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Newcastle to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Newcastle to Brighton

Most Newcastle to Brighton buses use the Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station to Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) station pair, with some services arriving at Brighton, Preston Circus. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Brighton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Newcastle
Arrival bus stations in Brighton
Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station

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