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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£22
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
5 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
5 h 55 m
Buses on 24 Sept
2
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 £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 2 buses from London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN), including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 121 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 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.
15:155h55London Stansted Airport21:10Brighton station (BTN)£221One-way0 changes- 14:155h55London Stansted Airport20:10Brighton station (BTN)£221One-way0 changes
- 15:155h55London Stansted Airport21:10Brighton station (BTN)£221One-way0 changes
- 14:155h55London Stansted Airport20:10Brighton station (BTN)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN)
Omio recommends booking the coach 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 an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 121 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN):
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to Brighton station (BTN) costing on average £54.
Other travel options to Brighton station (BTN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 58m.
Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 3h 58m versus 1h 50m 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.
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 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, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX727 · NX025 | 9:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h05 | 13:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX025 | 10:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h50 | 15:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX025 | 11:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h05 | 17:15 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX025 | 13:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h15 | 18:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX025 | 14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h35 | 19:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX025 | 15:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h55 | 21:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX025 | 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 | 3h57 | 23:22 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX025 | 21:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h32 | 2:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX025 | 23:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h30 | 3:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX025 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h40 | 4:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
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 15 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 10:10, the last at 20:05. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 121 km |
Average bus duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 10:10 |
Last bus 20:05 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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 £22. 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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