Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
5 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
5 h 40 m
Buses on 04 Sept
72
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Brighton will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Leicester to Brighton you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 213 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Brighton:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Brighton costing on average £74.
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 30m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £27. The journey takes 5h 30m versus 3h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Brighton coaches for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h25 | 7:00 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:35 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h15 | 6:50 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 5h55 | 6:50 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 6h05 | 7:00 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 4:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h20 | 10:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 4:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h10 | 10:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 4:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h05 | 10:05 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h15 | 10:30 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h05 | 10:20 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 5h45 | 10:20 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 5h55 | 10:30 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 5:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h10 | 12:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 5:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h20 | 12:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 5:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h07 | 12:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 6:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h50 | 13:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 6:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h00 | 13:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 6:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h47 | 13:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h55 | 12:20 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h05 | 12:30 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 5h45 | 12:30 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 5h35 | 12:20 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 7:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h00 | 14:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 7:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h50 | 14:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 7:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h47 | 14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 8:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h00 | 15:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 8:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h47 | 15:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 8:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h50 | 15:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h05 | 14:20 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h15 | 14:30 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 5h40 | 14:20 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 5h50 | 14:30 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 9:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h00 | 16:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 9:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h47 | 16:07 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 9:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h50 | 16:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h42 | 17:12 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h25 | 16:55 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h15 | 16:45 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h45 | 17:15 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h55 | 17:25 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 6h00 | 16:55 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 5h50 | 16:45 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 11:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h07 | 18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 11:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h20 | 18:40 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 11:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h10 | 18:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 13:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h17 | 19:27 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 13:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h20 | 19:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 13:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h30 | 19:40 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 13:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h02 | 20:22 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 13:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h15 | 20:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 13:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h05 | 20:25 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 14:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h12 | 21:07 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 14:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h15 | 21:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX025 | 14:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h25 | 21:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 7h20 | 23:05 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 7h30 | 23:15 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 16:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h35 | 23:20 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 16:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h45 | 23:30 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 16:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h37 | 23:22 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h35 | 23:05 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h45 | 23:15 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 17:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h50 | 0:35 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 17:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h00 | 0:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 17:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h52 | 0:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 20:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h20 | 2:35 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 20:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h22 | 2:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX025 | 20:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h30 | 2:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX450 · NX025 | 21:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h55 | 3:25 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX450 · NX025 | 21:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h00 | 3:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX450 · NX025 | 21:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h05 | 3:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Leicester to Brighton run on average 61 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 213 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 61 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Garden, showing major exhibitions in a restored historic building.
Museum inside the Royal Pavilion Estate covering local history, fashion, decorative art and changing exhibitions.
Seafront gallery dedicated to photography and contemporary visual culture, with changing exhibitions and events.
Narrow historic lanes filled with independent shops and characterful passages, ideal for a classic Brighton wander.
Bohemian shopping district known for street art, vintage stores, market atmosphere and a strong local feel.
Large central green space with formal gardens, open lawns, playgrounds and easy access from the station and seafront.
Fresh herring traditionally smoked over oak, a Sussex speciality long linked to the old fishing trade around Brighton and nearby coastal towns.
Classic British fish and chips made with fresh local catch and chips by the seaside; a staple meal closely tied to Brighton’s coastal identity.
A long-standing Brighton favourite: dry-cured pork sausages, usually grilled or fried, known locally through the city’s famous sausage makers.
Elegant restaurant serving seasonal British tasting menus in a refined but welcoming setting close to the seafront.
Lively modern Indian restaurant in The Lanes, known for creative small plates, bold flavours and a stylish atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fish, oysters and classic British dishes in a polished room near the city centre.
Moderate for a UK seaside city. Hotels and dining are pricier than many British towns, but buses, casual eats and supermarket options help keep daily costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Most Leicester to Brighton buses use the Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station to Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) station pair, with some services arriving at Brighton, Preston Circus. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Brighton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leicester, Braunstone is 3 km from Leicester city centre. Public transport options include:
Leicester, Braunstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack outlets in the nearby vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester, Braunstone. ATMs are available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Ticket office support is available at Leicester, Braunstone.
Available at Leicester, Braunstone: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester, Braunstone: Basic wheelchair accessibility.
Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church). ATMs are available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church).
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church).
Available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church): Basic accessibility features available.
Brighton, Preston Circus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Preston Circus. ATMs are available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Buses with accessibility features serve this stop.
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station. ATMs are available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station.
Available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible.
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