Bus from Brighton to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Brighton to London on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Brighton (Coach Station)
Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Brighton (Preston Park)
Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)Fastest
National ExpressBus
    		Brighton
    		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Brighton (Coach Station)
    		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)No tags
    National ExpressBus
      		Brighton
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Brighton to London

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      1h 30mAverage duration
      48 milesDistance
      3kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£6 - £68Average duration3h 15m
      2kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£10 - £139Average duration1h 24m
      2kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£9 - £11Average duration1h 30m
      3kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Brighton to London

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

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

        The cheapest coach tickets from Brighton to London start from £6. The average price for this route is around £12. 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 journey from Brighton to London?

        The average bus journey time from Brighton to London is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 243 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brighton to London?

        The earliest bus departs from Brighton to London at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:57.

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

        A bus journey from Brighton to London produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Brighton to London?

        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 29762 reviews.

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

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

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Brighton to London?

        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 Brighton to London?

        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.

      Best price found
      09/12
      £4
      10/12
      £4
      Today
      £4
      12/12
      £4
      13/12
      £4
      14/12
      £4
      15/12
      £4
      16/12
      £4
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Brighton to London was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £4

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

      You can expect to pay from £4 to £49 for a bus ticket from Brighton to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-15.

      Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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