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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Rugby

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£67

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

4 h 53 m

Average duration

4 h 53 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

188 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Rugby will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £67.

Fast coaches

To travel from Brighton to Rugby you need to make at least 2 changes.

National Express
16:124h53
Brighton
21:05Rugby
£671One-way
2 changes
National Express
16:124h53
Brighton
21:05Rugby
£871One-way
4 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to Rugby

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £49.

Distance: 188 km

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Train

£31

Average Price

Cheapest

£74

Average Price

7h 21m

Average total duration

6h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 17m

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30m

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Live departures

Brighton to Rugby bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Rugby coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 16:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express16:12 Brighton
4h53
21:05 Rugby4 changes
national_express16:12 Brighton
4h53
21:05 Rugby2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Brighton to Rugby coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Brighton to Rugby.
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Rugby.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Rugby

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Buses from Brighton to Rugby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 188 km distance in 6h 55m.

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
188 km
Average bus duration
6h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
6h 55m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
20:10
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 RugbyYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Rugby with National Express for as low as £15. 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
8h 13m
Cheapest Price
£29
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.
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FAQs: Brighton to Rugby coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Rugby can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Rugby is £31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Brighton to Rugby is 6h 55m to travel the 188 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Brighton to Rugby leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brighton to Rugby leaves at 20:10.
There are 4 coaches a day from Brighton to Rugby which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to Rugby, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Rugby. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton and Rugby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Rugby from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Rugby is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Rugby including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brighton to Rugby:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Rugby for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brighton to Rugby depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Rugby.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to Rugby:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to Rugby:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Rugby.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brighton to Rugby with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Rugby with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brighton to Rugby with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Rugby

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Rugby
The major coach station for departures in Brighton is Brighton, Preston Circus. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton, Preston Circus for your trip from Brighton to Rugby.
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Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
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Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN
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