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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dover to Brighton
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
7 h 3 m
Average duration
7 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dover to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Brighton will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Dover for Brighton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 106 km distance in an average of 7 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 3 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 27 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Dover to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover 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 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 106 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dover to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Brighton coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:15 Dover | 7h57 | 17:12 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:50 Dover | 7h17 | 21:07 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
| 04:35 Dover | 7h27 | 12:02 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dover to Brighton
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Buses from Dover to Brighton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:10, the last at 21:28. The fastest coach covers the 106 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 106 km |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 04:10 |
Last bus 21:28 |
Bus providers: National Express from Dover to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Dover to Brighton with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dover to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover 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.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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