Preston to Brighton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£54

Average price

£60

Fastest journey

10 h 47 m

Average duration

11 h 11 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

371 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Preston to Brighton will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.

Fast coaches

To travel from Preston to Brighton you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX424 · NX025
22:3511h35
Preston, Bus Station
10:10Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
£541One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX424 · NX025
22:3511h30
Preston, Bus Station
10:05Brighton, Preston Circus
£541One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX181 · NX400 · NX025
03:1510h47
Preston, Bus Station
14:02Brighton, Preston Circus
£661One-way
2 changes
National ExpressNX181 · NX400 · NX025
03:1510h50
Preston, Bus Station
14:05Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
£661One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Preston to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £78.

Distance: 371 km

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Flight

£47

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Cheapest

£109

Average Price

£154

Average Price

11h 7m

Average total duration

10h 37m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 58m

Average total duration

3h 28m

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30m

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4h 0m

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1h 0m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Preston to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Preston to Brighton coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressRL152 · NX540 · NX025
On time
09:35 Preston, Bus Station
12h20
21:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		2 changes
national_expressRL152 · NX540 · NX025
On time
09:35 Preston, Bus Station
12h17
21:52 Brighton, Preston Circus		2 changes
Sunday 21 December
national_expressNX181 · NX400 · NX02503:15 Preston, Bus Station
10h47
14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus2 changes
national_expressNX181 · NX400 · NX02503:15 Preston, Bus Station
10h50
14:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Preston to Brighton

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Buses from Preston to Brighton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 371 km distance in 11h 20m.

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
371 km
Average bus duration
10h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
11h 20m
First bus
02:15
Last bus
22:35
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 from Preston to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Preston to Brighton with National Express for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
11h 35m
Cheapest Price
£32
National Express frequency
7 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.
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FAQs: Preston to Brighton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston to Brighton can start from as little as £29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Preston to Brighton is £51; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Brighton from Preston is on average 10 h 47 min   for the 229 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Preston and Brighton by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Preston to Brighton leaves at 03: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Preston to Brighton leaves at 22: 25.
There are 6 coaches a day from Preston to Brighton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Preston to Brighton coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Brighton from Preston to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Preston to Brighton by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel to Brighton from Preston 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Preston to Brighton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Preston to Brighton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Preston to Brighton.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Preston to Brighton.
    No, luggage for the coach from Preston to Brighton needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Preston to Brighton.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Preston to Brighton.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Preston to Brighton.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Preston to Brighton.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Brighton

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    The major coach station for departures in Preston is Preston, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston, Bus Station for your trip from Preston to Brighton.
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