Bus from London to Brighton: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Brighton on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
Brighton (Coach Station)Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
Brighton (Preston Park)Fastest
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		BrightonNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		London Stratford City Bus Station
    		Brighton (Coach Station)No tags
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		BrightonNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      1h 20mAverage duration
      48 milesDistance
      3kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£5 - £46Average duration2h 50m
      2kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£12 - £69Average duration1h 22m
      2kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£9 - £11Average duration1h 20m
      3kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Brighton

      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 London to Brighton?

        The cheapest coach tickets from London to Brighton start from £5. The average price for this route is around £7. 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 London to Brighton?

        The average bus journey time from London to Brighton is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 46 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 157 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

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

        The earliest bus departs from London to Brighton at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

        A bus journey from London to Brighton 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 London 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 29733 reviews.

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

        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 London to Brighton?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London 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.

      Best price found
      27/11
      £4
      28/11
      £4
      Today
      £12
      30/11
      £4
      01/12
      £3
      02/12
      £3
      03/12
      £3
      04/12
      £3
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Brighton was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £3

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

      You can expect to pay from £3 to £19 for a bus ticket from London to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2025-12-01.

      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.

      What's the cheapest way to go from London to Brighton?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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