4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Brighton
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Brighton will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 5 buses that leave Oxford for Brighton on Fri, Dec 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 32 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 bus and train for Oxford to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. 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 €34, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 129 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€45 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Oxford to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Brighton buses for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h37 | 6:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h50 | 6:40 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h40 | 6:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 2:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h50 | 7:40 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | 2:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h40 | 7:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 2:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h37 | 7:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 3:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h32 | 8:22 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | 3:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 8:25 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 3:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h45 | 8:35 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 5:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h45 | 10:05 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | 5:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 9:55 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 5:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h32 | 9:52 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 11:30 PM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h07 | 11:22 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
| TALHR · NX025 | On time 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 11:20 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
| 1:15 AM Oxford | 4h05 | 5:20 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:50 AM Oxford | 4h15 | 10:05 AM Brighton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Brighton
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Buses from Oxford to Brighton run on average 50 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €25 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 129 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 129 km |
Average bus duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Buses per day 50 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Brighton with National Express for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Oxford to Brighton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Oxford, Railway Station (Stop R4), Oxford, Frideswide Square and Oxford, Thornhill Park and Ride. When arriving in Brighton, you can end your journey in coach stations like Brighton, Preston Circus, Brighton and Brighton, Withdean Park.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Railway Station (Stop R4), which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Brighton, Preston Circus, located 0.6 miles (915 m) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Oxford to Brighton
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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