4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
123 km
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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 3 buses that leave Brighton for Bournemouth every day 3 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 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.
15:054h55Brighton20:00Bournemouth£151One-way0 changes- 12:405h50Brighton18:30Bournemouth£191One-way0 changes
20:474h58Brighton1:45Bournemouth£381One-way0 changes
- 15:054h55Brighton20:00Bournemouth£151One-way0 changes
- 20:474h58Brighton1:45Bournemouth£381One-way0 changes
- 12:405h50Brighton18:30Bournemouth£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. 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 train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 123 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bournemouth coaches for tomorrow, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:40 Brighton | 5h50 | 18:30 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:05 Brighton | 4h55 | 20:00 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:47 Brighton | 4h58 | 1:45 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Bournemouth
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Buses from Brighton to Bournemouth run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 22:57. The fastest coach covers the 123 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 123 km |
Average bus duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 25 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 22:57 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Brighton to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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