What is the travel distance from Bristol to Brighton?

The distance between the two cities is 115 miles (186 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bristol to Brighton?

The majority of buses traveling from Bristol to Brighton start their journey at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station and wind up at Pool Valley Coach Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Brighton?

Once in Brighton, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Royal Pavilion, Brighton Murder and Mayhem Tour, Komedia, The Chattri and Brighton Marina.

Bus Bristol to Brighton from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bristol to Brighton on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:44pm	Clifton Down	7h 36m	11:20pm	Preston Circus, Stop H	No tags
Bus	3:50pm	Bristol University Queens Road	7h 30m	11:20pm	Preston Circus, Stop H	No tags
Bus	3:50pm	Bristol University Queens Road	7h 25m	11:15pm	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	3:50pm	Bristol University Queens Road	7h 23m	11:13pm	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	No tags
Bus	3:50pm	Bristol University Queens Road	7h 27m	11:17pm	Preston Park Hotel	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Bristol to Brighton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

115 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $89	Average Duration7h 33m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $14	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,722 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Where are the popular stops in Bristol and Brighton?

Stops in Bristol

A - Bristol, Bus & Coach Station

B - Westbury Road

C - The Centre

D - Park Avenue

E - Bond St

F - Cribbs Causeway

Stops in Brighton

A - Pool Valley Coach Station

B - Brighton

C - Brighton Amex Stadium

D - Rottingdean Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bristol to Brighton by bus

What is the travel distance from Bristol to Brighton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bristol to Brighton?
What are the best sights and things to do in Brighton?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/18

$12

11/19

$9

Today

$12

11/21

$15

11/22

$15

11/23

$14

11/24

$13

11/25

$12

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Brighton was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $49 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-25.