The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Brighton
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Brighton will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nottingham for Brighton on Wed, Nov 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct buses cover the 246 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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 Nottingham to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €56.
Distance: 246 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €114 Average price |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Nottingham to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Brighton buses for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:15 PM Nottingham | 7h50 | 9:05 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Nottingham | 7h50 | 11:35 PM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Brighton
Buses from Nottingham to Brighton run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 246 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 246 km |
Average bus duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Nottingham to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Brighton with National Express for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14) and Nottingham, Beeston Centre Tram stop. When arriving in Brighton, you can end your journey in coach stations like Brighton, Patcham, Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station and Brighton, Preston Circus.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Brighton, Patcham, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nottingham to Brighton
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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