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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Brighton
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Brighton will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 buses that leave Portsmouth 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 67 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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 Portsmouth to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 67 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Portsmouth to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Brighton coaches for today, Friday 2 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:15 Portsmouth | 3h55 | 09:10 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:00 Portsmouth | 3h12 | 16:12 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:20 Portsmouth | 3h07 | 18:27 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:40 Portsmouth | 3h40 | 22:20 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 3 January | |||||
| 02:20 Portsmouth | 4h30 | 06:50 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Brighton
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Buses from Portsmouth to Brighton run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:45, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 67 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 67 km |
Average bus duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 2h 21m |
First bus 02:45 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South from Portsmouth to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Brighton with National Express, Stagecoach South for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Stagecoach South
Buses from Portsmouth to Brighton
National Express run 12 bus services per day from Portsmouth to Brighton. Board the bus at The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth Harbour and get off at Brighton Bus Station. The bus departure times are spread evenly throughout the day with services starting as early as 2:30 am, and the latest bus leaves Portsmouth at 9:00 pm. Most of the routes involve a quick change of bus at Gatwick Airport and the total journey time varies from 3 hours to over 5 hours to allow for traffic. There is one direct route each day which takes just over 90 minutes.
FAQs: Portsmouth to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Brighton
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
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