Brighton to East Grinstead bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to East Grinstead

Showing times and prices for 18 May

Cheapest price

£3

Average price

£14

Fastest journey

1 h 22 m

Average duration

1 h 27 m

Buses per day

28

Distance

34 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to East Grinstead will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.

Fast coaches

Of the 28 buses that leave Brighton for East Grinstead every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 32 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.

  • Metrobus
    8:221h46
    Brighton
    10:08East Grinstead
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Metrobus
    9:291h39
    Brighton
    11:08East Grinstead
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Metrobus
    10:311h39
    Brighton
    12:10East Grinstead
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Metrobus
    11:311h39
    Brighton
    13:10East Grinstead
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Metrobus
    12:211h39
    Brighton
    14:00East Grinstead
    £31One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to East Grinstead

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to East Grinstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 34 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£31

Average Price

2h 18m

Average total duration

1h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Brighton to East Grinstead bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to East Grinstead coaches for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express7:11 Brighton
2h09
9:20 East Grinstead1 change
National Express8:12 Brighton
2h03
10:15 East Grinstead1 change
National Express9:12 Brighton
2h12
11:24 East Grinstead1 change
National Express10:12 Brighton
2h12
12:24 East Grinstead1 change
Metrobus11:44 Brighton
1h40
13:24 East Grinstead0 changesdirect
National Express12:12 Brighton
2h12
14:24 East Grinstead1 change
National Express13:12 Brighton
2h22
15:34 East Grinstead1 change
Metrobus13:44 Brighton
1h40
15:24 East Grinstead0 changesdirect
National Express14:12 Brighton
2h20
16:32 East Grinstead1 change
National Express15:12 Brighton
2h20
17:32 East Grinstead1 change
National Express16:12 Brighton
2h18
18:30 East Grinstead1 change
Metrobus16:39 Brighton
1h34
18:13 East Grinstead0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Brighton to East Grinstead coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Metrobus offer coaches services from Brighton to East Grinstead.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to East Grinstead.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to East Grinstead.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton to East Grinstead.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to East Grinstead.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to East Grinstead

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Buses from Brighton to East Grinstead run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:14, the last at 23:46. The fastest coach covers the 34 km distance in 1h 22m.

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
34 km
Average bus duration
1h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
1h 22m
First bus
6:14
Last bus
23:46
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
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, Metrobus from Brighton to East GrinsteadYou can travel by bus between Brighton to East Grinstead with National Express, Metrobus for as low as £3. 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
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
10 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.
Learn more about National Express

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
£3
Metrobus frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Brighton to East Grinstead coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to East Grinstead can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to East Grinstead is £16; 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 East Grinstead is 1h 22m to travel the 34 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 East Grinstead leaves at 6:14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brighton to East Grinstead leaves at 23:46.
There are 6 coaches a day from Brighton to East Grinstead which require at least one change with National Express, Metrobus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to East Grinstead, you can count on National Express, Metrobus for the best way to get you to East Grinstead. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton and East Grinstead and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to East Grinstead from Brighton is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 22m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and East Grinstead including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brighton to East Grinstead:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to East Grinstead for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brighton to East Grinstead 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 East Grinstead.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to East Grinstead:
  • 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 East Grinstead:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to East Grinstead.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brighton to East Grinstead with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to East Grinstead with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brighton to East Grinstead with the following coach company: National Express.

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