What is the travel distance from Southampton to Brighton?

The distance separating Southampton and Brighton is 56 miles (90 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Southampton to Brighton start their journey at Southampton Coach Station and wind up at Pool Valley Coach Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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 Komedia, Brighton Marina, Royal Pavilion, Brighton Fishing Museum and Sea Life Brighton.

Bus Southampton to Brighton from $39 | Compare & Save up to 53%

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Southampton to Brighton on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00am	Southampton Coach Station	4h 30m	6:30am	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Southampton Coach Station	6h 20m	8:40pm	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	Southampton Coach Station	5h 15m	10:10pm	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Southampton Coach Station	5h 5m	11:35pm	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Southampton Coach Station	6h 20m	2:50am	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Southampton to Brighton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 45mAverage Duration

56 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $68	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $51	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29715 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $34

National Express Southampton Brighton recent customer reviews

Two and a half hours late…

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July 30, 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Brighton?

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Coach Station

B - Southampton Bus Stop

C - W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton

D - Bus Stop Queensway

E - Southampton Central

F - Ferry Terminal

Stops in Brighton

A - Pool Valley Coach Station

B - Brighton

C - Brighton Amex Stadium

D - Rottingdean Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Southampton to Brighton by bus

What is the travel distance from Southampton to Brighton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton 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.

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$45

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The cheapest trip from Southampton to Brighton was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $45

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

You can expect to pay from $45 to $83 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-11-20.