London to Brighton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 17 Feb

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

1 h 55 m

Average duration

1 h 59 m

Buses per day

60

Distance

76 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London 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 to Brighton will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.

Fast coaches

Of the 60 buses that leave London for Brighton every day 60 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.

National ExpressNX025
20:303h00
London, Victoria Coach Station
23:30Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
£61One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX025
17:003h22
London, Victoria Coach Station
20:22Brighton, Preston Circus
£61One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX025
20:302h52
London, Victoria Coach Station
23:22Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
£61One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX025
19:002h55
London, Victoria Coach Station
21:55Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
£61One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX025
19:002h52
London, Victoria Coach Station
21:52Brighton, Preston Circus
£61One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 76 km

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Train

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£27

Average Price

2h 28m

Average total duration

1h 58m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 39m

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Live departures

London to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Brighton coaches for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX02512:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
15:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02513:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
16:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02514:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
17:15 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02515:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
18:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02516:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
19:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02517:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
20:25 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02518:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
21:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02519:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
21:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02520:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h52
23:22 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02522:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h37
00:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02523:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h38
02:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
Tuesday 17 February
national_expressNX025
Delayed
02:30 01:30London, Victoria Coach Station
2h05
14:15 14:15Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02501:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h00
03:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
02:30 01:30London, Victoria Coach Station
1h55
08:12 08:12Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
02:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
1h55
08:12 08:12Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02502:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h00
04:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
02:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h05
14:15 14:15Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
03:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h45
08:12 08:12Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
03:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
14:15 14:15Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02503:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h50
06:20 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02505:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
07:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
05:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
14:15 14:15Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
05:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h50
08:12 08:12Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
07:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
10:05 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
07:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h20
14:15 14:15Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02507:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
10:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02508:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
11:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
14:15 14:15Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h01
11:01 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
09:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
14:15 14:15Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02509:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
12:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
09:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h02
12:02 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
Delayed
10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
14:15 14:15Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h02
13:02 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02510:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
13:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX02511:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
14:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
14:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h02
14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h02
15:02 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
15:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h07
16:07 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h20
16:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h12
17:12 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
17:25 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h27
18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h40
18:40 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h27
19:27 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h40
19:40 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h22
20:22 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h35
20:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h20
21:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h07
21:07 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h52
21:52 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
22:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h00
23:30 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h50
23:20 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h45
00:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h35
00:35 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h46
02:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025
On time
23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h36
02:35 Brighton, Preston Circus
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Brighton

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Buses from London to Brighton run on average 56 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 56 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 76 km distance in 1h 55m.

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
76 km
Average bus duration
1h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
56
Direct buses
56
Fastest bus
1h 55m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:58
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 to BrightonYou can travel by bus between London to Brighton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £6. 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
FlixBus frequency
9 a day
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.

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
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£6
National Express frequency
57 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.

Coaches from London to Brighton

Visiting the south coast's premier resort town is easy, with regular direct coaches from the capital to Brighton, and plenty of choices for travellers. National Express provides 8 direct buses to Brighton on weekdays, and 10 coaches on Saturdays and Sundays. Expect journey times to be fairly short, ranging from 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes.

Which coach companies travel from London to Brighton?

When travellers head to Brighton from London by coach, they won't have many companies to choose between. Only National Express operates buses on the London to Brighton route.

How long is the coach from London to Brighton?

The journey by bus between London and Brighton compares well with driving and rail connections. Expect journey times for direct coaches to vary between 1 hour 50 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes.

How many coaches are there from London to Brighton?

There should always be plenty of coaches to choose from when travelling to Brighton from London. National Express operates 8-10 direct buses every day of the week (with most services on Saturdays). Buses depart from early in the morning until just before midnight. Between 8:30 a.m. and around 6:30 p.m., expect a departure every couple of hours.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Brighton?

Departure Station: Every bus that travels from London to Brighton will depart from London Victoria Coach Station. London's main bus terminal has wifi inside the building, and offers a few basic shops and cafes. More dining and shopping options can be found not far away in Victoria Station. Victoria also provides excellent connections with the rest of London, via the London Underground and overground rail links. Additionally, those coming from Heathrow or Gatwick airports can connect directly to the Coach Station via National Express services. Transfers take 30-40 minutes.

Arrival Station: Coaches from London will get into Brighton Coach Station. Located at the end of Old Steine Gardens, a short walk from the seafront, the Coach Station is much closer to Brighton's main attractions than the railway station. The city centre university campus is a short 10 minutes' walk away, as is the Palace Pier, SEA LIFE Brighton, and the Pavilion Gardens. Buses along the front provide connections to Brighton Marina, while the Lanes shopping district is around 15-20 away by foot.

FAQs: London to Brighton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 to Brighton can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Brighton is £11; 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 to Brighton is 1h 55m to travel the 76 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 to Brighton leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Brighton leaves at 23:58.
Yes, there are 56 direct coaches a day from London to Brighton with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Brighton, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Brighton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Brighton from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Brighton is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Brighton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Brighton for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Brighton 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 to Brighton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Brighton:
  • 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 to Brighton:
  • 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 to Brighton. 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 to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Brighton

London
Brighton
The major coach station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Brighton.
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Bath Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
  • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly

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