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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport
Showing times and prices for 22 Nov
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
29 m
Buses per day
64
Distance
37 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Fast coaches
Of the 64 buses that leave Brighton for London Gatwick Airport every day 64 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 37 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest buses will take 31 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.
FlixBus10:000h45
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station10:45London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£41One-way
0 changes
FlixBus12:000h55
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station12:55Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
£41One-way
0 changes
FlixBus08:050h55
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station09:00Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
£41One-way
0 changes
FlixBus20:000h55
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station20:55Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
£41One-way
0 changes
FlixBus20:000h45
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station20:45London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£41One-way
0 changes
NX02522:570h28
Brighton, Patcham23:25London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£111One-way
0 changes
NX02505:220h28
Brighton, Patcham05:50London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£111One-way
0 changes
NX02503:020h28
Brighton, Patcham03:30London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£121One-way
0 changes
NX02504:220h28
Brighton, Patcham04:50London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£121One-way
0 changes
NX02521:540h31
Brighton, Patcham22:25London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
£91One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 37 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 06:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX025 | Delayed 06:51 02:55Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 06:35 06:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 06:51 04:00Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 06:35 06:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 06:51 04:45Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 06:35 06:35London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | Delayed 06:51 05:41Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h54 | 06:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 06:51 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h54 | 07:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:05 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h55 | 09:00 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:05 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h45 | 08:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 08:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 09:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:15 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h35 | 08:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:15 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h45 | 09:00 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 09:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 10:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h45 | 10:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h55 | 10:55 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h35 | 10:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h45 | 10:55 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 10:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 11:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 11:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 12:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h55 | 12:55 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h45 | 12:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h35 | 12:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h45 | 12:55 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 12:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 13:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 13:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 14:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 14:55 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 14:57 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 15:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 16:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 17:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 17:17 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 18:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:15 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h55 | 19:10 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:15 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h45 | 19:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:25 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h45 | 19:10 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:25 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h35 | 19:00 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 19:20 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 19:37 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 20:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h55 | 20:55 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h45 | 20:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h45 | 20:55 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h35 | 20:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 20:47 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 21:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 21:47 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h53 | 22:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h45 | 22:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station | 0h55 | 22:55 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h45 | 22:55 Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0h35 | 22:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | On time 22:50 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 23:40 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| NX025 | 02:55 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 03:45 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 03:02 Brighton, Patcham | 0h28 | 03:30 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 04:15 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 05:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 04:22 Brighton, Patcham | 0h28 | 04:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 05:15 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h50 | 06:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 05:22 Brighton, Patcham | 0h28 | 05:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 | 06:11 Brighton, Preston Circus | 0h54 | 07:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport run on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 38 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:00, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 37 km distance in 35m.
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 37 km |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 38 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 09:00 |
Last bus 22:10 |
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, Stagecoach South, Metrobus from Brighton to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Brighton to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, Stagecoach South, Metrobus for as low as £4. 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
35m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
37 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.
Stagecoach South
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
£5
Stagecoach South frequency
10 a day
Metrobus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
£6
Metrobus frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Brighton to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is £13; 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) coach time is 35 min covering the 23 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 02: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 22: 50.
Yes, there are 35 direct coaches a day from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can count on National Express, Metrobus or Stagecoach South for the best way to get you to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Brighton is worth doing with a journey time of 35 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Brighton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
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