The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Brighton
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Buses per day
36
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Brighton will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Bristol to Brighton you need to make at least one change.
NX040 · NX025
NX040 · NX025
NX040 · NX025
NX040 · NX025
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX200 · NX025
NX200 · NX025
NX200 · NX025
NX200 · NX025
NX200 · NX025Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 185 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Brighton coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX201 · NX025 | 18:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h22 | 23:22 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX201 · NX025 | On time 18:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 23:20 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h35 | 06:25 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h45 | 06:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX201 · NX025 | Delayed 00:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 12:05 12:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX201 · NX025 | On time 00:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 06:15 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h20 | 08:30 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h10 | 08:20 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | Delayed 02:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h00 | 12:05 12:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 02:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h55 | 07:50 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h45 | 10:20 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h55 | 10:30 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | Delayed 04:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 12:05 12:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 04:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h15 | 10:05 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 06:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h15 | 12:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 06:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h12 | 12:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 09:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h02 | 14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 09:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h05 | 14:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h20 | 16:35 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h30 | 16:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 11:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h07 | 16:07 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 11:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h10 | 16:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h20 | 18:30 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h10 | 18:20 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 13:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h27 | 18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX200 · NX025 | On time 13:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 18:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h25 | 20:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h15 | 20:25 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
NX040 · NX025 | On time 20:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h07 | 02:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX040 · NX025 | On time 20:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h05 | 02:35 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX040 · NX025 | On time 21:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h15 | 03:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX040 · NX025 | On time 21:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h10 | 03:25 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Brighton
Buses from Bristol to Brighton run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 185 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 185 km |
Average bus duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 32 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Bristol to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Brighton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Brighton 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 Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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