Brighton to Bournemouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Bournemouth

Showing times and prices for 22 Apr

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£37

Fastest journey

6 h 30 m

Average duration

8 h 33 m

Buses per day

Distance

123 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Bournemouth will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Brighton for Bournemouth 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 123 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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.

22:5010h35

Brighton

09:25Bournemouth

£271One-way

0 changes

02:556h30

Brighton

09:25Bournemouth

£471One-way

0 changes

Live departures

Brighton to Bournemouth bus times

Showing buses for today, Monday 21 April

Last updated at 15:11

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
NX025 · NX035	Delayed 17:20 01:50Brighton, Coach Station	6h15	15:20 15:20Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change
NX025 · NX205	15:12 Brighton, Preston Circus	6h33	21:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change
NX025 · NX205	17:20 Brighton, Coach Station	5h30	22:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change
NX025 · NX205	17:27 Brighton, Preston Circus	5h23	22:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change
NX025 · NX205	18:30 Brighton, Coach Station	6h00	00:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change
NX025 · NX205	18:37 Brighton, Preston Circus	5h53	00:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change
NX025 · NX205	19:40 Brighton, Coach Station	5h50	01:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change
NX025 · NX205	19:47 Brighton, Preston Circus	5h43	01:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change
NX025 · NX035	20:40 Brighton, Coach Station	5h30	02:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change
NX025 · NX035	20:47 Brighton, Preston Circus	5h23	02:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Bournemouth

United Kingdom

Buses from Brighton to Bournemouth run on average 26 times per day, taking around 7h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

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

122 km

Average bus duration

7h 23m

Cheapest ticket price

£20

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

3h 30m

First bus

02:50

Last bus

22:50

Price information

Coach companies: National Express and Southern Brighton to Bournemouth

You can travel by coach from Brighton to Bournemouth with National Express and Southern for as low as £12. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Brighton - Bournemouth coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Coach information from Brighton to Bournemouth with National Express:

Average Duration: 6 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: £12

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Southern from Brighton to Bournemouth coach information:

Average Duration: 2 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: £20
Southern frequency: 16 a day

FAQs: Brighton to Bournemouth coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Brighton to Bournemouth with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Brighton to Bournemouth.

Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Bournemouth can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Bournemouth is £31; 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 Brighton to Bournemouth is 3 h 30 min to travel the 76 mile long journey, with around there are 26 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Brighton to Bournemouth leaves at 02: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Brighton to Bournemouth leaves at 22: 50.

There are 26 coaches a day from Brighton to Bournemouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

For the best Brighton to Bournemouth coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Bournemouth from Brighton to compare what amenities they may offer.

A trip to Bournemouth from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Bournemouth by coach is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Bournemouth including taking a train or coach.

No, the coach from Brighton to Bournemouth has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Bournemouth.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Bournemouth.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Bournemouth.