Reading to Brighton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 27 Nov

Cheapest price

£44

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

2 h 48 m

Average duration

2 h 53 m

Buses per day

18

Distance

91 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Reading to Brighton will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.

Fast coaches

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

National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
18:313h12
Reading, Blagrave Street
21:43Brighton, Patcham
£441One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
08:213h27
Reading, Blagrave Street
11:48Brighton, Patcham
£441One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
04:552h48
Reading, Blagrave Street
07:43Brighton, Patcham
£441One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
17:433h10
Reading, Blagrave Street
20:53Brighton, Patcham
£441One-way
1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX025
06:453h08
Reading, Blagrave Street
09:53Brighton, Patcham
£441One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Reading to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 £39, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 91 km

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Most popular
Train

£42

Average Price

Cheapest

£55

Average Price

3h 4m

Average total duration

2h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Reading to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Reading to Brighton coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:48
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express12:45 Reading
3h27
16:12 Brighton0 changesdirect
national_express16:43 Reading
3h37
20:20 Brighton0 changesdirect
national_express17:31 Reading
3h21
20:52 Brighton0 changesdirect
Thursday 27 November
national_expressRRRA1 · NX02503:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h48
06:08 Brighton, Patcham1 change
national_expressRRRA1 · NX02504:55 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h48
07:43 Brighton, Patcham1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Reading to Brighton

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Buses from Reading to Brighton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £29 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:09. The fastest coach covers the 91 km distance in 2h 48m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £29
Distance
91 km
Average bus duration
2h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Buses per day
19
Fastest bus
2h 48m
First bus
01:20
Last bus
23:09
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £29

Bus providers: National Express, RailAir from Reading to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Reading to Brighton with National Express, RailAir for as low as £29. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
£41
National Express frequency
19 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.

RailAir

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 18m
RailAir frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Reading to Brighton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading to Brighton can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading to Brighton is £50; 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 Reading to Brighton is 2 h 54 min   to travel the 56 mile long journey, with around there are 18 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Reading to Brighton leaves at 04: 54. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Reading to Brighton leaves at 23: 09.
There are 18 coaches a day from Reading to Brighton which require at least one change with National Express or RailAir. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Reading to Brighton coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or RailAir. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Reading to Brighton to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Brighton from Reading is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 54 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Reading to Brighton is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading and Brighton including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Reading to Brighton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Reading to Brighton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Reading to Brighton.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Brighton

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    The major coach station for departures in Reading is Reading, Blagrave Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading, Blagrave Street for your trip from Reading to Brighton.
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    Reading RG1 1PZ, UK
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    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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