Guildford to Brighton bus with National Express

Thu 26 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Guildford to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 27 Feb

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£15

Fastest journey

5 h 18 m

Average duration

5 h 40 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Guildford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Guildford to Brighton will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Guildford 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 54 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 2 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.

National Express
16:255h18
Guildford
21:43Brighton
£151One-way
0 changes
National Express
13:256h02
Guildford
19:27Brighton
£161One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Guildford to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 54 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£35

Average Price

5h 7m

Average total duration

4h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 33m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Guildford to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Brighton coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 02:38
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX030 · NX02508:50 Guildford, Egerton Road
5h15
14:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX02511:55 Guildford, Egerton Road
5h20
17:15 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX02515:55 Guildford, Egerton Road
5h15
21:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX02519:35 Guildford, Egerton Road
5h02
00:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Guildford to Brighton coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Stagecoach South offer coaches services from Guildford to Brighton.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Guildford to Brighton.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Stagecoach South to find the best option for your trip from Guildford to Brighton.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Guildford to Brighton.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Guildford to Brighton.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Guildford to Brighton

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Buses from Guildford to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 5h 0m.

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
54 km
Average bus duration
4h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
5h 0m
First bus
00:17
Last bus
23:51
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, Stagecoach South from Guildford to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Guildford to Brighton with National Express, Stagecoach South for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
4h 58m
Cheapest Price
£10
National Express frequency
6 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.

Stagecoach South

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£5
Stagecoach South frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Guildford to Brighton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Guildford to Brighton can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Guildford to Brighton is £17; 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 Guildford to Brighton is 5h 0m to travel the 54 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 Guildford to Brighton leaves at 0:17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Guildford to Brighton leaves at 23:51.
There are 5 coaches a day from Guildford to Brighton which require at least one change with National Express, Stagecoach South. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Guildford to Brighton, you can count on National Express, Stagecoach South for the best way to get you to Brighton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Guildford and Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Brighton from Guildford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Guildford to Brighton is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Guildford and Brighton including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Guildford to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Guildford to Brighton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Guildford to Brighton 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Guildford to Brighton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Guildford to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Guildford to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Guildford to Brighton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Guildford to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Guildford to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Guildford to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Brighton

Guildford
Brighton
The major coach station for departures in Guildford is Guildford, Egerton Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Guildford, Egerton Road for your trip from Guildford to Brighton.
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