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The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Brighton

Showing times and prices for Jan 19

Cheapest price

€50

Average price

€53

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 37 m

Buses per day

54

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

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 €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.

Fast buses

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

National ExpressTALGW · NX025
11:30PM3h55
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
03:25AMBrighton, Preston Circus
€501One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressTALGW · NX025
11:30PM4h00
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
03:30AMBrighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
€501One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressTALGW · NX025
11:30PM4h05
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
03:35AMBrighton
€501One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressTALGW · NX025
02:15AM4h00
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
06:15AMBrighton, Preston Circus
€501One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressTALGW · NX025
02:15AM4h05
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
06:20AMBrighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
€501One-way
1 transfer

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

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30m

Additional time*

3h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

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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, Sunday, January 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 5:34 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express8:15 PM Oxford
3h30
11:45 PM Brighton0 transfersDirect
national_express10:30 PM Oxford
3h55
2:25 AM Brighton0 transfersDirect
Monday, January 19
national_expressTALGW · NX025
Delayed
2:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
12:02 PM 12:02 PMBrighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX0252:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h05
6:20 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX025
Delayed
2:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h10
1:05 PM 1:05 PMBrighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX025
Delayed
3:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h20
12:02 PM 12:02 PMBrighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX025
Delayed
3:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h35
1:05 PM 1:05 PMBrighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX0253:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
7:55 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX025
Delayed
5:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h35
12:02 PM 12:02 PMBrighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX025
Delayed
5:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
1:05 PM 1:05 PMBrighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX0255:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h40
10:10 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX0256:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
11:05 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
Delayed
6:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
1:05 PM 1:05 PMBrighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
Delayed
6:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h11
12:02 PM 12:02 PMBrighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX0257:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
12:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
Delayed
7:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
1:05 PM 1:05 PMBrighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
7:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h12
12:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
8:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h12
1:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
8:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
1:15 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX0258:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
1:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX0259:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
2:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
9:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h12
2:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
9:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
2:15 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX02510:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
3:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
10:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
3:15 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
10:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h12
3:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
11:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h30
4:20 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX02511:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h20
4:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
11:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h17
4:07 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX02512:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
5:15 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
12:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h22
5:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
12:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h35
5:25 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h37
6:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
6:40 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX0251:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h40
6:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
2:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
7:40 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX0252:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h40
7:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
2:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h37
7:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
3:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h32
8:22 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX0253:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h35
8:25 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
3:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h45
8:35 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX025
On time
4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
9:20 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX025
On time
4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h37
9:07 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer
national_expressTALGW · NX0254:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h40
9:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
5:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h45
10:05 PM Brighton		1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX0255:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h35
9:55 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 transfer
national_expressTALHR · NX025
On time
5:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h32
9:52 PM Brighton, Preston Circus		1 transfer

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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.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €25
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
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €25

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

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 Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
€36
National Express frequency
48 a day
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.
Learn more about National Express

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.

FAQs
The first coach from Oxford to Brighton leaves at 12: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Oxford to Brighton leaves at 23: 45.
For the best Oxford to Brighton coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Brighton from Oxford to compare what amenities they may offer.

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.

The cheapest month to travel from Oxford to Brighton by coach is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Brighton including taking a coach or train.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Oxford to Brighton

Oxford
Brighton
The major bus station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Brighton.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
George Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • The Four Candles (0.2 km)
  • The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transit options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
  • 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
Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
information

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