The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lewes to Brighton
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
28 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lewes to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lewes to Brighton will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lewes for Brighton every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 12 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest buses will take 28 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lewes to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lewes to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 12 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lewes to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lewes to Brighton coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Lewes | 0h31 | 11:31 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:10 Lewes | 0h31 | 11:41 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:20 Lewes | 0h31 | 11:51 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Lewes | 0h31 | 12:01 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Lewes | 0h31 | 12:11 Brighton | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Lewes to Brighton by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lewes to Brighton
Buses from Lewes to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:06, the last at 23:43. The fastest coach covers the 12 km distance in 30m.
Distance 12 km |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:43 |
Bus providers: Brighton & Hove from Lewes to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Lewes to Brighton with Brighton & Hove for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lewes to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lewes to Brighton 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 Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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