How much does a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton cost?

The bus ticket price from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton starts at $11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton?

The average travel time between London Gatwick Airport and Brighton is around , although the fastest bus will take about 26m.This is the time it takes to travel the 38 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between London Gatwick Airport and Brighton?

The number of buses from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 129 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton?

When taking the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, ThamesLink.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton?

Buses travelling between London Gatwick Airport and Brighton leave from Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal or Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal and arrive at Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton, Brighton Amex Stadium.

Bus London Gatwick Airport to Brighton from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Gatwick to Brighton on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:40am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	55m	3:35am	Brighton	Cheapest
7:01am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	26m	7:27am	Brighton	Fastest
1:50am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal	55m	2:45am	Brighton	No tags
7:01am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	26m	7:27am	Brighton	No tags
7:05am	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	38m	7:43am	Brighton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 2025-12-05 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London Gatwick Airport 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 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage Duration

38 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $31	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $45	Average Duration37m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stations and stops in London Gatwick Airport and Brighton?

Stops in Gatwick

A
Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
Gatwick RH6
B
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Gatwick RH6

Stops in Brighton

A
Pool Valley Coach Station
5 Pool Valley, Brighton BN1 1PN, UK
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B
Brighton
39 Trafalgar Street, Brighton, BN1 4FT, United Kingdom
C
Brighton Amex Stadium
Village Way, Brighton BN1, UK
D
Rottingdean Bus Stop
12 West St, Brighton BN2 7HP, UK

Official partners

National Express

4/529,763 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its good value for money and comfortable journeys. The drivers were noted to be helpful and skilled. However, some users mentioned that buses occasionally arrived late by about an hour without prior notification. Despite this, many expressed their intention to use the service again due to its reliability compared to trains and appreciated flexibility in boarding earlier buses when possible.

National Express Gatwick Brighton recent customer reviews

Very good. Chaos at Gatwick with no trains so the Brighton bus from Gatwick saved me!

Susi P.

September 29, 2025

Driver was very helpful, his driving skills were good. Downside the bus was just under an hour late

Kim F.

October 4, 2023

It was easy to book our trip and get our travel voucher. Our bus right on time, very clean and comfortable and we actually arrived at our destination early. We switched drivers partway through the trip and both were very pleasant. We will definitely use this company again.

Randall O.

July 2, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,578 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

ThamesLink

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Southern

4/534 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Gatwick Express

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Brighton by bus

How much does a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton cost?
The bus ticket price from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton starts at $11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton?
The average travel time between London Gatwick Airport and Brighton is around , although the fastest bus will take about 26m.This is the time it takes to travel the 38 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between London Gatwick Airport and Brighton?
The number of buses from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 129 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton?
When taking the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, ThamesLink.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton?
Buses travelling between London Gatwick Airport and Brighton leave from Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal or Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal and arrive at Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton, Brighton Amex Stadium.