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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Basingstoke

Showing times and prices for 10 Nov

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

5 h 35 m

Average duration

5 h 35 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

82 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton to Basingstoke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Basingstoke will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Brighton for Basingstoke 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 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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.

National Express
17:205h35
Brighton
22:55Basingstoke
£241One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to Basingstoke

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Basingstoke 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 1h 47m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £41.

Distance: 82 km

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Train

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£47

Average Price

5h 26m

Average total duration

4h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Brighton to Basingstoke bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Basingstoke coaches for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 21:55
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national_express17:20 Brighton
5h35
22:55 Basingstoke0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Basingstoke

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Buses from Brighton to Basingstoke run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:33, the last at 23:13. The fastest coach covers the 82 km distance in 5h 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
82 km
Average bus duration
4h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
5h 28m
First bus
00:33
Last bus
23:13
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to BasingstokeYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Basingstoke with National Express for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 28m
Cheapest Price
£10
National Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Brighton to Basingstoke coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Basingstoke can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Basingstoke is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Brighton to Basingstoke coach travel time is 5 h 38 min   for the 50 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Basingstoke leaves at 05: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Basingstoke leaves at 18: 35.
There are 10 coaches a day from Brighton to Basingstoke which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Brighton to Basingstoke you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Basingstoke from Brighton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Basingstoke by coach is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Basingstoke from Brighton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Brighton to Basingstoke has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Basingstoke.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Basingstoke.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Basingstoke.
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to Basingstoke needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to Basingstoke.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Basingstoke.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Basingstoke.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to Basingstoke.

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