The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Brighton
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Buses per day
38
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 €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Brighton without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus1:25 AM5h25Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station6:50 AMBrighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)€181One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:25 AM5h35Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station7:00 AMBrighton€181One-way1 transfer
TALGW · NX0252:30 PM4h45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station7:15 PMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)€491One-way1 transfer
TALGW · NX0253:30 PM4h45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station8:15 PMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)€491One-way1 transfer
TALGW · NX0253:30 PM4h32Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station8:02 PMBrighton, Preston Circus€491One-way1 transfer
TALGW · NX0259:15 PM3h20Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station12:35 AMBrighton, Preston Circus€501One-way1 transfer
TALGW · NX0259:15 PM3h30Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station12:45 AMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)€501One-way1 transfer
TALGW · NX02511:30 PM3h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station3:25 AMBrighton, Preston Circus€501One-way1 transfer
TALGW · NX0252:15 AM4h00Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station6:15 AMBrighton, Preston Circus€501One-way1 transfer
TALHR · NX0257:15 PM4h05Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station11:20 PMBrighton, Preston Circus€501One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 €12. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 129 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€31 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m 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 |
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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, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 2:15 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h00 | 6:15 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 2:15 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 9:05 AM 9:05 AMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 2:15 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 6:20 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 3:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 9:05 AM 9:05 AMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 3:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h20 | 7:50 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 3:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 7:55 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 5:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 9:55 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 5:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h40 | 10:10 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 5:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 10:00 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 6:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 11:05 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 6:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h21 | 10:51 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | Delayed 9:30 AM 6:30 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 10:55 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | Delayed 9:10 AM 7:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 12:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | Delayed 9:10 AM 7:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h12 | 12:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | Delayed 9:10 AM 7:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 12:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | Delayed 9:10 AM 8:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 1:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | Delayed 9:10 AM 8:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h12 | 1:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | Delayed 9:10 AM 8:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 1:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | Delayed 9:10 AM 9:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h12 | 2:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | Delayed 9:10 AM 9:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 2:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | Delayed 9:10 AM 9:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 2:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 10:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 3:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 10:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h12 | 3:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 10:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 3:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 11:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h17 | 4:07 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 11:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 4:20 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 11:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h20 | 4:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 12:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h12 | 5:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 12:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 5:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 12:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 5:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h17 | 6:07 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 6:20 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h20 | 6:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 2:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h45 | 7:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 2:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h32 | 7:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 2:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 7:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 3:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h32 | 8:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 3:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h45 | 8:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 3:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 8:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h27 | 8:57 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h40 | 9:10 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 9:00 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 11:30 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 11:20 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | On time 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h07 | 11:22 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 9:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h30 | 12:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 9:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h20 | 12:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 9:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h22 | 12:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 11:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 3:35 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 11:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h55 | 3:25 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | On time 11:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h00 | 3:30 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h25 | 6:50 AM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h35 | 7:00 AM Brighton | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 2:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h00 | 6:15 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 2:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 6:25 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 3:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h20 | 7:50 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 3:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 8:05 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Brighton
Buses from Oxford to Brighton run on average 52 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 129 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 129 km |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 52 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Oxford to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Brighton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €12. 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Oxford to Brighton
- 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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