4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Eastbourne to Brighton
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Eastbourne to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to Brighton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 buses that leave Eastbourne for Brighton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
5:231h05Eastbourne6:28Brighton£51One-way0 changes
- 5:231h05Eastbourne6:28Brighton£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Eastbourne to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Brighton 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 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 31 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Eastbourne to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:04 Eastbourne | 1h12 | 20:16 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:25 Eastbourne | 1h11 | 20:36 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:47 Eastbourne | 1h10 | 20:57 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:09 Eastbourne | 1h06 | 21:15 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:34 Eastbourne | 1h03 | 21:37 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:59 Eastbourne | 1h03 | 22:02 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:29 Eastbourne | 1h03 | 22:32 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:59 Eastbourne | 1h03 | 23:02 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:29 Eastbourne | 1h03 | 23:32 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:59 Eastbourne | 1h03 | 0:02 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:29 Eastbourne | 1h03 | 0:32 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 18 May | |||||
| 5:23 Eastbourne | 1h05 | 6:28 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Eastbourne to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Eastbourne to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:07, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 31 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 3m |
First bus 0:07 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: Brighton & Hove from Eastbourne to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Eastbourne to Brighton with Brighton & Hove for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Brighton & Hove
Buses from Eastbourne to Brighton
There are two bus services that depart from Eastbourne and arrive in Brighton. Both leave in the morning, with the earlier service departing at around 6:30 a.m. and the second service leaving the bus station at around 7:40 a.m. The earlier service has a journey time of approximately 50 minutes, and the later service has a journey time of approximately one hour. Both bus services from Eastbourne to Brighton are provided by National Express.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Eastbourne to Brighton?
Departure Station: National Express departing from Eastbourne leave just outside the train station. The station is conveniently located in the city centre, just a few minutes' walk from the high street and main tourist attractions.
Arrival Station: Buses coming from Eastbourne arrive at Brighton coach station, which is right next to Brighton Palace Pier, in the heart of the city and by the seafront. It is served by many local bus services and is easily accessible by foot, taxi, or by bike when travelling from the city centre.
FAQs: Eastbourne to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne 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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