London Gatwick Airport to Brighton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 04 Jan

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

35 m

Average duration

44 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

37 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport 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 37 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 52 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.

FlixBus
18:400h55
London Gatwick Airport
19:35Brighton
£41One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
16:350h45
London Gatwick Airport
17:20Brighton
£41One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
06:350h55
London Gatwick Airport
07:30Brighton
£51One-way
0 changes
National Express
11:100h52
London Gatwick Airport
12:02Brighton
£81One-way
0 changes
National Express
01:500h45
London Gatwick Airport
02:35Brighton
£81One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 37 km

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Most popular
Train

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

£12

Average Price

1h 22m

Average total duration

52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Brighton coaches for today, Saturday 3 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 04:42
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 01:50London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
02:55 02:55Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 01:50London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
13:05 13:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 02:40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
03:25 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 02:40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
13:05 13:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 03:40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
13:05 13:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 03:40London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
04:25 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 05:30London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
06:15 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 05:30London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
13:05 13:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 07:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
13:05 13:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 07:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
07:50 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 09:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
13:05 13:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 09:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
09:55 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 10:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
13:05 13:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 10:05London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h46
10:51 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 11:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
13:05 13:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 11:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h52
12:02 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 12:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
13:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 12:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h52
13:02 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 13:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
14:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
14:10 13:10London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h52
14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
14:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
15:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
14:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h52
15:02 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
15:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h52
16:07 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
15:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
16:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
16:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h52
17:02 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
16:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
17:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
17:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h00
18:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
17:10 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h57
18:07 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
18:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
19:02 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
18:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
19:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
19:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
20:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
19:15 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
20:02 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
20:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h52
20:57 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
20:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
21:00 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
21:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
21:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
21:05 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
21:52 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
22:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
23:20 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
22:35 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
23:22 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
23:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
00:35 Brighton, Preston Circus		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
23:50 London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
00:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		0 changesdirect
national_express01:50 London Gatwick Airport
0h45
02:35 Brighton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton run on average 50 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 50 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:50, the last at 22:59. The fastest coach covers the 37 km distance in 35m.

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
37 km
Average bus duration
52m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
50
Direct buses
50
Fastest bus
35m
First bus
02:50
Last bus
22:59
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

Bus providers: National Express from London Gatwick Airport to BrightonYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Brighton with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
46 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Brighton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton is on average 35 min   for the 23 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton leaves at 00: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton leaves at 23: 59.
There are 46 coaches a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton which require at least one change with National Express or Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton, you can count on National Express or Bus for the best way to get you to Brighton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Brighton from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Brighton from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton.
    No, luggage for the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Brighton

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

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