The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:544h16Hemel Hempstead10:10BrightonFind prices2 changes
6:544h11Hemel Hempstead11:05BrightonFind prices2 changes
7:374h28Hemel Hempstead12:05BrightonFind prices2 changes
9:103h55Hemel Hempstead13:05BrightonFind prices2 changes
10:093h56Hemel Hempstead14:05BrightonFind prices2 changes
9:103h55Hemel Hempstead13:05BrightonFind prices2 changes
10:093h56Hemel Hempstead14:05BrightonFind prices2 changes
11:093h56Hemel Hempstead15:05BrightonFind prices2 changes
17:113h59Hemel Hempstead21:10BrightonFind prices2 changes
17:554h00Hemel Hempstead21:55Brighton£301One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hemel Hempstead to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 106 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hemel Hempstead to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hemel Hempstead 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:34 Hemel Hempstead | 4h31 | 20:05 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:34 Hemel Hempstead | 5h21 | 21:55 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:41 Hemel Hempstead | 3h41 | 23:22 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:42 Hemel Hempstead | 4h55 | 2:37 Brighton | 2 changes | |
| Monday 18 May | |||||
![]() | 5:54 Hemel Hempstead | 4h16 | 10:10 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:54 Hemel Hempstead | 4h11 | 11:05 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:37 Hemel Hempstead | 4h28 | 12:05 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:10 Hemel Hempstead | 3h55 | 13:05 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:09 Hemel Hempstead | 3h56 | 14:05 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:09 Hemel Hempstead | 3h56 | 15:05 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:09 Hemel Hempstead | 4h01 | 16:10 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:09 Hemel Hempstead | 4h06 | 17:15 Brighton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:09 Hemel Hempstead | 4h21 | 18:30 Brighton | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton
Buses from Hemel Hempstead to Brighton run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:10, the last at 22:53. The fastest coach covers the 106 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 106 km |
Average bus duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 3h 41m |
First bus 3:10 |
Last bus 22:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Arriva UK from Hemel Hempstead to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Hemel Hempstead to Brighton with National Express, Arriva UK for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hemel Hempstead to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hemel Hempstead 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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