The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Durham
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
11 h 18 m
Average duration
11 h 22 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Durham will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Brighton for Durham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 450 km distance in an average of 11 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 18 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 25 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £88.
Distance: 450 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price |
10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Durham
Buses from Brighton to Durham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 450 km distance in 11h 8m.
Distance 450 km |
Average bus duration 9h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 8m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to DurhamYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Durham with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Brighton to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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