Brighton to Dover bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Dover

Showing times and prices for 10 Nov

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£13

Fastest journey

7 h 33 m

Average duration

7 h 51 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

106 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Dover will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Brighton for Dover every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 106 km distance in an average of 7 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 33 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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
17:277h33
Brighton
01:00Dover
£121One-way
0 changes
National Express
17:207h40
Brighton
01:00Dover
£121One-way
0 changes
National Express
11:058h20
Brighton
19:25Dover
£171One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Brighton to Dover

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Dover 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 2h 43m. 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 £32.

Distance: 106 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

£38

Average Price

7h 8m

Average total duration

6h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

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Live departures

Brighton to Dover bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Dover coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX025 · NX007
Delayed
22:45 05:10Brighton
7h50
13:00 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX007
Delayed
12:02 05:15Brighton, Preston Circus
7h45
13:00 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX007
Delayed
22:45 08:05Brighton
8h00
16:05 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX007
Delayed
12:02 08:12Brighton, Preston Circus
7h53
16:05 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX007
Delayed
22:45 12:05Brighton
8h05
20:10 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX007
On time
12:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
7h58
20:10 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX007
Delayed
22:45 15:05Brighton
8h20
23:25 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX007
On time
15:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
8h13
23:25 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX007
Delayed
22:45 18:20Brighton
7h45
02:05 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX007
On time
18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus
7h38
02:05 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Dover

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Buses from Brighton to Dover run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:25, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 106 km distance in 7h 13m.

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
106 km
Average bus duration
6h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
9
Fastest bus
7h 13m
First bus
04:25
Last bus
21:45
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 DoverYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Dover 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
7h 13m
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 Dover coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Dover can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Dover is £26; 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 Dover coach travel time is 7 h 13 min   for the 66 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Dover leaves at 04: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Dover leaves at 18: 27.
There are 9 coaches a day from Brighton to Dover which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Brighton to Dover coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Dover from Brighton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Dover by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel from Brighton to Dover 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Brighton to Dover has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Dover.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Dover.

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

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Dover

    Brighton
    Dover
    The major coach station for departures in Brighton is Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station for your trip from Brighton to Dover.
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    Brighton, Patcham
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    Brighton, Preston Circus
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    Brighton, Preston Park
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