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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Brighton
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Brighton will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 5 buses that leave London Stansted 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 121 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.
14:155h52London Stansted Airport20:07Brighton£251One-way0 changes- 22:004h25London Stansted Airport2:25Brighton£281One-way0 changes
- 15:155h55London Stansted Airport21:10Brighton£281One-way0 changes
- 20:055h30London Stansted Airport1:35Brighton£351One-way0 changes
- 21:055h32London Stansted Airport2:37Brighton£351One-way0 changes
- 22:004h25London Stansted Airport2:25Brighton£281One-way0 changes
- 20:055h30London Stansted Airport1:35Brighton£351One-way0 changes
- 21:055h32London Stansted Airport2:37Brighton£351One-way0 changes
- 14:155h52London Stansted Airport20:07Brighton£251One-way0 changes
- 15:155h55London Stansted Airport21:10Brighton£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 121 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Brighton coaches for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NX728 · NX025 | 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h37 | 21:52 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX025 | On time 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h50 | 22:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX025 | On time 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h40 | 21:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX025 | 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h55 | 23:20 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX025 | On time 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h05 | 23:30 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX025 | On time 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h57 | 23:22 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Stansted Airport to Brighton run on average 48 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 121 km |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 48 |
Fastest bus 3h 57m |
First bus 5:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to BrightonYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Brighton with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Brighton
Most London Stansted Airport to Brighton buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Brighton, Preston Circus station pair, with some services arriving at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church). Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and Brighton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Brighton, Preston Circus from Brighton city centre
Getting to Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) from Brighton city centre
Getting to Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station from Brighton city centre
Most popular bus connections from London Stansted Airport
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