The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Brighton
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
9 h 2 m
Average duration
9 h 4 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Brighton will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
To travel from Bradford to Brighton you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train and coach for Bradford to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 347 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price |
9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Bradford to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Brighton coaches for today, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:20 Bradford | 9h05 | 03:25 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 15 February | |||||
NX561 · NX025 | On time 07:05 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h15 | 16:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX561 · NX025 | On time 07:05 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h05 | 16:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX561 · NX025 | On time 07:05 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h02 | 16:07 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX561 · NX025 | On time 12:50 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h15 | 22:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX561 · NX025 | On time 12:50 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h02 | 21:52 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX561 · NX025 | On time 12:50 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 9h05 | 21:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Brighton
Buses from Bradford to Brighton run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 347 km distance in 9h 2m.
Distance 347 km |
Average bus duration 8h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 9h 2m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bradford to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Brighton with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bradford to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- 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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