4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Crawley to Brighton
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
52 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Crawley to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crawley to Brighton will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 23 buses that leave Crawley for Brighton every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 32 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 57 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.
5:000h45Crawley5:45Brighton£31One-way0 changes- 5:031h19Crawley6:22Brighton£31One-way0 changes
- 5:300h45Crawley6:15Brighton£31One-way0 changes
- 5:431h23Crawley7:06Brighton£31One-way0 changes
- 6:391h38Crawley8:17Brighton£31One-way0 changes
- 5:000h45Crawley5:45Brighton£31One-way0 changes
- 5:300h45Crawley6:15Brighton£31One-way0 changes
- 11:000h56Crawley11:56Brighton£31One-way0 changes
- 2:280h57Crawley3:25Brighton£231One-way1 change
- 9:000h57Crawley9:57Brighton£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Crawley to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 32 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Crawley to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Brighton coaches for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:55 Crawley | 1h07 | 17:02 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 16:25 Crawley | 0h54 | 17:19 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:02 Crawley | 1h05 | 18:07 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 17:59 Crawley | 1h03 | 19:02 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 19:02 Crawley | 1h00 | 20:02 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 19:43 Crawley | 1h14 | 20:57 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 20:43 Crawley | 1h09 | 21:52 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 22:18 Crawley | 1h02 | 23:20 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 23:30 Crawley | 1h05 | 0:35 Brighton | 1 change | |
| Monday 18 May | |||||
| 1:32 Crawley | 1h03 | 2:35 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 2:28 Crawley | 0h57 | 3:25 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 3:13 Crawley | 1h12 | 4:25 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 5:00 Crawley | 0h45 | 5:45 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:03 Crawley | 1h19 | 6:22 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:30 Crawley | 0h45 | 6:15 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:43 Crawley | 1h23 | 7:06 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:39 Crawley | 1h38 | 8:17 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:52 Crawley | 0h58 | 7:50 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 7:20 Crawley | 1h06 | 8:26 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:45 Crawley | 1h52 | 9:37 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:49 Crawley | 1h51 | 10:40 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:59 Crawley | 1h06 | 10:05 Brighton | 1 change | |
| 9:00 Crawley | 0h57 | 9:57 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:48 Crawley | 1h38 | 11:26 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:52 Crawley | 1h09 | 11:01 Brighton | 2 changes | |
| 10:00 Crawley | 1h00 | 11:00 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:37 Crawley | 1h49 | 12:26 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:53 Crawley | 1h09 | 12:02 Brighton | 2 changes | |
| 11:00 Crawley | 0h56 | 11:56 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:48 Crawley | 1h38 | 13:26 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:55 Crawley | 1h07 | 13:02 Brighton | 2 changes | |
| 12:00 Crawley | 1h00 | 13:00 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Crawley to Brighton
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Buses from Crawley to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 32 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 32 km |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: Metrobus from Crawley to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Crawley to Brighton with Metrobus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Crawley to Brighton
Whenever you feel the need to hit the beach, taking buses from Crawley to Brighton couldn't be simpler. National Express buses run from Three Bridges Station just outside the city and cover the journey in just over an hour. The buses are generally not direct, with a stop along the way at Gatwick. Buses run throughout the night and all day long, so there won't be a problem finding a convenient route.
What is the departure and arrival station for buses from Crawley to Brighton?
Departure Station: Buses from Crawley to Brighton actually depart from Three Bridges Station, which is 0.6 miles to the east of Crawley town centre. You can take the train from Crawley to Three Bridges (which takes three minutes) or take the number 4 bus.
Arrival Station: All buses between Crawley and Brighton terminate at Brighton Coach station, which is located on the seafront, not far from Brighton Palace Pier. To reach the main nightlife and restaurants area, just walk up East Street a few hundred metres. The beach is 50 metres to the south and you can't miss it.
FAQs: Crawley to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley 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.
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