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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 49 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 3 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Brighton station (BTN) every day 3 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 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 42 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 121 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN) coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:55 London Stansted Airport | 5h42 | 01:37 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:00 London Stansted Airport | 4h30 | 02:30 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 09:20 London Stansted Airport | 5h50 | 15:10 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:15 London Stansted Airport | 5h55 | 20:10 Brighton station (BTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 121 km |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN) with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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.
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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.
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