The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basingstoke to Brighton
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basingstoke to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Brighton will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Basingstoke for Brighton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 6 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 2 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
14:556h02Basingstoke20:57Brighton£161One-way0 changes
14:556h02Basingstoke20:57Brighton£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Basingstoke to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 82 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basingstoke to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Brighton coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:55 Basingstoke | 6h02 | 20:57 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Basingstoke to Brighton by coach or train
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Why should you book Basingstoke to Brighton coaches with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basingstoke to Brighton
Buses from Basingstoke to Brighton run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:12, the last at 21:36. The fastest coach covers the 82 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 82 km |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 4:12 |
Last bus 21:36 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Basingstoke to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Basingstoke to Brighton with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Brighton by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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