Brighton to Bath bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Bath

Showing times and prices for 22 Nov

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

11 h 10 m

Average duration

11 h 13 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

167 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Bath will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Brighton for Bath 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 167 km distance in an average of 11 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 15 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
21:4511h15
Brighton
09:00Bath
£231One-way
0 changes
National Express
21:5011h10
Brighton
09:00Bath
£241One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to Bath

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Bath 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 3h 2m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 167 km

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Train

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£45

Average Price

5h 5m

Average total duration

4h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Brighton to Bath bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bath coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:51
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express18:37 Brighton
5h43
00:20 Bath0 changesdirect
national_express21:45 Brighton
11h15
09:00 Bath0 changesdirect
national_express21:50 Brighton
11h10
09:00 Bath0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Bath

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Buses from Brighton to Bath run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 22:53. The fastest coach covers the 167 km distance in 5h 43m.

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
167 km
Average bus duration
4h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
5h 43m
First bus
01:20
Last bus
22:53
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 from Brighton to BathYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Bath with National Express 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
5h 13m
Cheapest Price
£11
National Express frequency
13 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.

FAQs: Brighton to Bath coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Bath can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Bath is £33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Brighton to Bath coach travel time is 5 h 33 min   for the 103 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Bath leaves at 10: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Bath leaves at 22: 50.
There are 14 coaches a day from Brighton to Bath which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Brighton to Bath you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Brighton and Bath on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Bath by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel from Brighton to Bath 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Brighton to Bath has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Bath.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Bath.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Bath.
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to Bath needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to Bath.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Bath.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Bath.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to Bath.

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