Bus from Birmingham to Brighton: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Birmingham to Brighton on February 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)No tags
National ExpressBus
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Preston Park HotelNo tags
National ExpressBus
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & CarterNo tags
National ExpressBus
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)No tags
National ExpressBus
Bearwood, Hangley Rd.
Preston Circus, Stop HNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Brighton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
222 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$24 - $115Average Duration6h
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$36 - $36Average Duration3h 30m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Brighton by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Brighton?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Brighton start from $24. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Brighton?

    The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Brighton is 6h, covering a distance of 222 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 23m and is operated by National Express.

  3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Brighton route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Brighton?

    The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Brighton at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Brighton?

    A bus trip from Birmingham to Brighton generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Brighton?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29872 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Brighton?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Brighton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Brighton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$82
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$77
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Brighton was searched and found on Feb 20, 2026 with a price of $77

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Brighton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $77 to $158 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2026-02-20.

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