Rugby to Brighton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rugby to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

7 h 55 m

Average duration

7 h 55 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

188 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Rugby to Brighton will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Rugby for Brighton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 188 km distance in an average of 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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 Express
07:257h55
Rugby
15:20Brighton
£191One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Rugby to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 188 km

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Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£60

Average Price

7h 26m

Average total duration

6h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 30m

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Live departures

Rugby to Brighton bus times

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

Last updated at 10:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus12:40 Rugby
6h45
19:25 Brighton0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
national_express07:25 Rugby
7h55
15:20 Brighton0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Rugby to Brighton by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Rugby to Brighton

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Buses from Rugby to Brighton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 188 km distance in 6h 45m.

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
188 km
Average bus duration
6h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
6h 45m
First bus
00:02
Last bus
20:10
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 Rugby to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Rugby to Brighton with National Express for as low as £18. 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
7h 42m
Cheapest Price
£19
National Express frequency
6 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.

FAQs: Rugby to Brighton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby 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 Rugby to Brighton can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Rugby to Brighton is £26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Rugby to Brighton coach travel time is 7 h 28 min   for the 117 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The cheapest month to travel from Rugby to Brighton by coach is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Brighton from Rugby including taking a coach or train.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Rugby and Brighton

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Brighton
The major coach station for departures in Rugby is Rugby, Clifton Road (Stand A). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rugby, Clifton Road (Stand A) for your trip from Rugby to Brighton.
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