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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 07 Sept

Cheapest price on 07 Sept

£6

Average ticket price on 07 Sept

£26

Fastest journey on 07 Sept

2 h

Average journey duration on 07 Sept

2 h 11 m

Buses on 07 Sept

17

Distance

75 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.

Fast coaches

On Mon 07 Sept, we found 17 buses from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN), including 4 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:452h10
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    14:55Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:252h05
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    12:30Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:152h00
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    23:15Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    23:252h00
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    1:25Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX202 · NX025
    17:503h20
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
    21:10Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
    £251One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 75 km

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Driving

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£42

Average Price

£31

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 32m

Average total duration

2h 2m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 19m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) is a coach with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN):

A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) costing on average £42.

The fastest way to travel from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to Brighton station (BTN) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Brighton station (BTN) including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £23. The journey takes 2h 2m versus 1h 19m 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.

Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.

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.

Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) coaches for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus23:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h00
1:25 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road0 changesdirect
Monday 7 September
National ExpressNX230 · NX0255:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
2h45
7:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX0257:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h10
10:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX0257:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h15
11:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX240 · NX0258:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h10
12:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX0259:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h15
13:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus10:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h05
12:30 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX230 · NX02511:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
2h55
14:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX02512:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h05
15:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus12:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h10
14:55 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX240 · NX02513:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
2h40
16:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX240 · NX02516:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h30
19:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX02517:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
2h45
20:25 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX02517:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h20
21:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX02519:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h52
23:22 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX02520:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3h57
0:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus21:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h00
23:15 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road0 changesdirect

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National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN).
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN).

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN)

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 56 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 30 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 75 km distance in 1h 45m.

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
75 km
Average bus duration
2h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
56
Direct buses
30
Fastest bus
1h 45m
First bus
1:55
Last bus
22:45
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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, FlixBus from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN)You can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£4
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

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 National Express Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest National Express Price
£5
National Express frequency
16 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) 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 station (BTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) is 1h 45m to travel the 75 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) leaves at 1:55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) leaves at 22:45.
Yes, there are 30 direct coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN), you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Brighton station (BTN). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Brighton station (BTN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Brighton station (BTN) from London Heathrow Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Brighton station (BTN) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN). The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Brighton station (BTN) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

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