4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Brighton
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Brighton will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 5 buses that leave Oxford 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 129 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 12 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.
21:153h20Oxford0:35Brighton£431One-way0 changes- 15:504h23Oxford20:13Brighton£431One-way0 changes
- 10:504h12Oxford15:02Brighton£431One-way0 changes
- 2:154h00Oxford6:15Brighton£431One-way0 changes
- 15:004h27Oxford19:27Brighton£441One-way0 changes
- 21:153h20Oxford0:35Brighton£431One-way0 changes
- 23:303h55Oxford3:25Brighton£441One-way0 changes
- 2:154h00Oxford6:15Brighton£431One-way0 changes
- 19:154h05Oxford23:20Brighton£451One-way0 changes
- 10:504h12Oxford15:02Brighton£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 129 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oxford to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Brighton coaches for today, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLOXT · NX025 | Delayed 19:26 23:01Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h29 | 3:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NX025 | Delayed 19:26 23:01Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h24 | 7:12 7:12Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
| OLOXT · NX025 | Delayed 19:26 23:01Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h34 | 3:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 April | |||||
| TALGW · NX025 | On time 20:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h20 | 23:35 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
| TALGW · NX025 | On time 20:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h30 | 23:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
| TALGW · NX025 | On time 20:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h22 | 23:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| TALGW · NX025 | On time 22:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h55 | 2:25 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
| TALGW · NX025 | On time 22:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h00 | 2:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
| TALGW · NX025 | On time 22:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 2:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 16 April | |||||
| 4:45 Oxford | 5h30 | 10:15 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:50 Oxford | 4h23 | 20:13 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Brighton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Oxford to Brighton run on average 52 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 129 km |
Average bus duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 52 |
Fastest bus 3h 13m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Brighton with National Express for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from Oxford to Brighton
Buses from Oxford to Brighton run frequently right throughout the day and night, with the first journey starting at 2:00 a.m. and the last at 11:59 p.m. Every day, the journey starts with National Express buses departing Oxford, either at one hour intervals from 7:15 a.m. through to 4:15 p.m. or at less regular intervals over the evening and early morning hours. One change is necessary, either at Gatwick Airport (South Terminal) or Victoria Coach Station, London, after which the service to Brighton is resumed by National Express buses. The quickest journey time is approximately 3 hours, while the longest is just over 5 hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Oxford to Brighton?
Departure Station: Buses depart Oxford from Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is a few hundred metres and about 4 minutes' walk from the city centre.
Arrival Station: Buses arrive in Brighton at Pool Valley Coach Station, which is near the Brighton Pier. It takes 4 minutes to walk the short distance to the city centre.
FAQs: Oxford to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Brighton
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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