Brighton to London Heathrow Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times and prices for 22 May

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

1 h 40 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Buses per day

69

Distance

75 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.

Fast coaches

Of the 69 buses that leave Brighton for London Heathrow Airport every day 56 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    16:051h55
    Brighton
    18:00London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    16:151h45
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    18:00London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    16:052h10
    Brighton
    18:15London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    16:152h00
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    18:15London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:401h50
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    15:30London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    £81One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Brighton to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 75 km

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£11

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Cheapest

£57

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2h 33m

Average total duration

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2h 21m

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Live departures

Brighton to London Heathrow Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to London Heathrow Airport coaches for today, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBus15:15 Brighton
2h00
17:15 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
National Express16:10 Brighton
2h15
18:25 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBus18:15 Brighton
3h45
22:00 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBus18:25 Brighton
3h25
21:50 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
National Express19:47 Brighton
2h08
21:55 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
National Express22:50 Brighton
2h05
0:55 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
Friday 22 May
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 2:55Brighton, Preston Circus
1h50
4:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 2:55Brighton, Preston Circus
2h05
5:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NXN40
Delayed
7:12 2:55Brighton, Preston Circus
2h30
5:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus3:05 Brighton
1h45
4:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:05 Brighton
2h00
5:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
1h40
4:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:10 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
1h55
5:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 4:00Brighton, Preston Circus
2h05
6:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX230
Delayed
7:12 4:00Brighton, Preston Circus
3h00
7:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 4:00Brighton, Preston Circus
1h50
5:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 4:45Brighton, Preston Circus
2h05
6:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 4:45Brighton, Preston Circus
1h50
6:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:55 Brighton
2h05
7:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:55 Brighton
1h50
6:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:00 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
1h45
6:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:00 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
2h00
7:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX240
Delayed
7:12 5:41Brighton, Preston Circus
3h14
8:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 5:41Brighton, Preston Circus
1h54
7:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 5:41Brighton, Preston Circus
2h09
7:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 6:51Brighton, Preston Circus
1h59
8:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
Delayed
7:12 6:51Brighton, Preston Circus
2h14
9:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
8:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
10:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
8:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
10:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX230
On time
8:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h58
11:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:15 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
2h20
10:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 51 change
National ExpressNX025
On time
9:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
11:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
9:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
11:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
10:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
12:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX230
On time
10:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h58
13:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
National ExpressNX025
On time
10:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
11:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
13:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
11:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
13:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
12:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
14:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
12:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
14:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
13:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
15:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX240
On time
13:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h48
16:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
National ExpressNX025
On time
13:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
15:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
16:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX230
On time
14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus
3h38
17:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
National ExpressNX025
On time
14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
15:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
14:57 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h13
17:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
14:57 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h58
16:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
16:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h18
18:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NX230
On time
16:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
3h18
19:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
National ExpressNX025
On time
16:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h03
18:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
17:17 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
19:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
17:17 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
19:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
20:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
20:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
19:37 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
21:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
19:37 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
21:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
20:47 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
22:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
20:47 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
22:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
21:47 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h08
23:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
21:47 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h53
23:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025 · NXN40
On time
21:47 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h38
0:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NXN40
On time
22:50 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h35
1:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1 change
National ExpressNX025
On time
22:50 Brighton, Preston Circus
2h05
0:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX025
On time
22:50 Brighton, Preston Circus
1h50
0:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0 changesdirect

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National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport

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Buses from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport run on average 58 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 36 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:10, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 75 km distance in 1h 50m.

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
75 km
Average bus duration
2h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
58
Direct buses
36
Fastest bus
1h 50m
First bus
2:10
Last bus
22:50
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
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, FlixBus from Brighton to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between Brighton to London Heathrow Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
£6
National Express frequency
21 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 London Heathrow Airport coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to London Heathrow Airport is £11; 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 London Heathrow Airport is 1h 50m to travel the 75 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 London Heathrow Airport leaves at 2:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 22:50.
Yes, there are 36 direct coaches a day from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to London Heathrow Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton and London Heathrow Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London Heathrow Airport from Brighton is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and London Heathrow Airport including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 London Heathrow Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brighton to London Heathrow Airport with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

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