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Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to London

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Cheapest

£17

Average

£17

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

Cheapest

06:453h45

Brighton, Coach Station

10:30London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

04:003h20

Brighton, Preston Circus

07:20London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

05:413h49

Brighton, Preston Circus

09:30London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

08:053h25

Brighton, Coach Station

11:30London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

02:552h55

Brighton, Preston Circus

05:50London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

Brighton to London bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday 14 February

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	02:50 Brighton, Coach Station	3h00	05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	02:55 Brighton, Preston Circus	2h55	05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	03:55 Brighton, Coach Station	3h25	07:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	04:00 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h20	07:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	04:40 Brighton, Coach Station	3h30	08:10 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	04:45 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h25	08:10 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	05:35 Brighton, Coach Station	3h45	09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	05:35 Brighton, Coach Station	3h55	09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	05:41 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h49	09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	05:41 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h39	09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	06:45 Brighton, Coach Station	3h45	10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	06:51 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h39	10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	08:05 Brighton, Coach Station	3h25	11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	08:12 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h18	11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	09:05 Brighton, Coach Station	3h25	12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	09:12 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h18	12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	10:05 Brighton, Coach Station	3h25	13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	10:12 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h18	13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	11:05 Brighton, Coach Station	3h25	14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	11:12 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h18	14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	12:05 Brighton, Coach Station	3h25	15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	12:12 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h18	15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	13:05 Brighton, Coach Station	3h25	16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	13:12 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h18	16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	13:55 Brighton, Coach Station	3h35	17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h28	17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	14:50 Brighton, Coach Station	3h40	18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	14:57 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h33	18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	16:05 Brighton, Coach Station	3h40	19:45 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	16:12 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h33	19:45 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	17:10 Brighton, Coach Station	3h25	20:35 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	17:17 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h18	20:35 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	18:20 Brighton, Coach Station	3h20	21:40 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h13	21:40 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	19:30 Brighton, Coach Station	3h20	22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	19:37 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h13	22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	20:40 Brighton, Coach Station	3h19	23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	20:47 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h12	23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	21:40 Brighton, Coach Station	3h10	00:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	21:47 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h03	00:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	22:45 Brighton, Coach Station	3h05	01:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX025 National ExpressNX025	22:50 Brighton, Preston Circus	3h00	01:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
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Bus times from Brighton to London

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Fastest Journey

2 h 55 m

Average

3 h 24 m

Buses per day

Distance

76 km

Of the 42 buses that leave Brighton for London every day 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

02:552h55

Brighton, Preston Circus

05:50London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

2nd Fastest

22:503h00

Brighton, Preston Circus

01:50London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

2nd Fastest

02:503h00

Brighton, Coach Station

05:50London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

21:473h03

Brighton, Preston Circus

00:50London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

22:453h05

Brighton, Coach Station

01:50London, Victoria Coach Station

£171One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to London

Buses from Brighton to London run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by train.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from £11

Distance

75 km

Average bus duration

3h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

£14

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

2h 15m

First bus

00:01

Last bus

23:58

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from £11

Coach companies: National Express, Southern and Bus Brighton to London

You can travel by coach to London from Brighton with National Express, Southern and Bus for as low as £7. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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 - London 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.

Brighton to London coach information with National Express:

Average Duration: 2 h 56 min
Cheapest Price: £7
National Express frequency: 12 a day

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.

Brighton to London coach information with Southern:

Average Duration: 1 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: £11
Southern frequency: 1 a day

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from Brighton to London coach information:

Average Duration: 1 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: £11
Thameslink frequency: 16 a day

FAQs: Brighton to London coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Brighton to London 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 London.

Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to London can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to London is £13; 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 London coach time is 2 h 53 min covering the 47 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Brighton to London leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Brighton to London leaves at 23: 58.

Yes, there are 36 direct coaches a day from Brighton to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

For the journey from Brighton to London you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to London from Brighton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Brighton, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton, Preston Circus, Brighton, Patcham and Brighton, Preston Park. When arriving in London, you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to London by coach is October.

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

Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and London

Brighton

London

The major coach station for departures in Brighton is Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station for your trip from Brighton to London.

Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station

Address

Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN

Portslade, Wellington Road

Brighton, Preston Park

Brighton, Preston Circus

Hove, Kingsway

Brighton, Patcham

The major coach station for arrivals in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip to London from Brighton.

London, Victoria Coach Station Wifi