The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Brighton
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Buses per day
39
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Brighton will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Birmingham to Brighton you need to make at least one change.
NX400 · NX02520:456h50Birmingham, Coach Station3:35Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)£221One-way1 change
NX400 · NX02519:406h57Birmingham, Coach Station2:37Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)£221One-way1 change
NX400 · NX02520:456h40Birmingham, Coach Station3:25Brighton, Preston Circus£221One-way1 change
NX400 · NX02520:456h45Birmingham, Coach Station3:30Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)£221One-way1 change
NX400 · NX02519:406h55Birmingham, Coach Station2:35Brighton, Preston Circus£221One-way1 change
NX210 · NX0259:005h02Birmingham, Coach Station14:02Brighton, Preston Circus£621One-way1 change
NX210 · NX0259:005h05Birmingham, Coach Station14:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)£621One-way1 change
NX210 · NX02514:205h07Birmingham, Coach Station19:27Brighton, Preston Circus£461One-way1 change
NX210 · NX02511:005h07Birmingham, Coach Station16:07Brighton, Preston Circus£561One-way1 change
NX210 · NX0254:555h10Birmingham, Coach Station10:05Brighton, Preston Circus£451One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 220 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Birmingham to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Brighton coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:30 Birmingham | 5h55 | 19:25 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 Birmingham | 6h50 | 0:35 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:50 Birmingham | 6h35 | 5:25 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
NX210 · NX025 | 0:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h45 | 6:15 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX025 | 0:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h55 | 6:25 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX025 | 0:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h50 | 6:20 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 14 July | |||||
![]() | 23:50 Birmingham | 6h35 | 6:25 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
NX210 · NX025 | 2:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h45 | 7:50 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX025 | 2:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h00 | 8:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX025 | 2:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h50 | 7:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX025 | 4:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h25 | 10:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX025 | 4:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h15 | 10:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX025 | 4:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h10 | 10:05 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Birmingham to Brighton coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or NX West Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Brighton.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Brighton
Buses from Birmingham to Brighton run on average 50 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 220 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 220 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 50 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, NX West Midlands from Birmingham to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Brighton with National Express, FlixBus, NX West Midlands for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Brighton
Most Birmingham to Brighton buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) station pair, with some services arriving at Brighton, Preston Circus. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Brighton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses to Brighton leave from?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) from Brighton city centre
Getting to Brighton, Preston Circus from Brighton city centre
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