Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 16 Apr

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

3 h 55 m

Average duration

4 h 1 m

Buses per day

48

Distance

121 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.

Fast coaches

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

  • National ExpressNX728 · NX025
    19:253h57
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    23:22Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
    £331One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX728 · NX025
    19:253h55
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    23:20Brighton, Preston Circus
    £331One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX728 · NX025
    19:254h05
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    23:30Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    £331One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX025
    15:155h52
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    21:07Brighton, Preston Circus
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA8 · NX025
    15:156h05
    Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
    21:20Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    £361One-way
    1 change

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Compare coach and train for Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £68.

Distance: 121 km

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£29

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Cheapest

£69

Average Price

4h 57m

Average total duration

4h 27m

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Additional time*

2h 35m

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2h 5m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton coaches for today, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
Delayed
7:35 23:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h20
3:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
Delayed
7:35 23:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h15
4:41 4:41Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
Delayed
7:35 23:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h25
12:05 12:05Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
Thursday 16 April
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
Delayed
7:35 0:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h15
12:05 12:05Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
Delayed
7:35 0:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h10
5:20 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
Delayed
7:35 0:10Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
5:15 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
Delayed
1:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h35
12:05 12:05Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
1:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h20
6:50 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
1:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h25
6:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
3:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h25
9:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
Delayed
3:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h35
12:05 12:05Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
3:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h20
9:05 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
Delayed
5:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
12:05 12:05Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
5:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h21
10:01 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
5:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h25
10:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
8:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h15
12:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
8:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h05
12:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
8:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h02
12:02 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
9:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h00
14:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
9:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h47
14:02 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
9:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h50
14:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h15
16:25 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h05
16:15 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h02
16:12 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
12:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h12
17:27 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
12:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h25
17:40 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
12:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h15
17:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
13:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
18:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
13:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h45
18:40 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX025
On time
13:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h32
18:27 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
14:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h52
20:07 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
14:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h05
20:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
14:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h55
20:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX025
On time
16:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h40
20:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX025
On time
16:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h37
20:52 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX025
On time
16:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h50
21:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX025
On time
18:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h57
22:22 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX025
On time
18:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h55
22:20 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX025
On time
18:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h05
22:30 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
20:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h40
1:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
20:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h32
1:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
20:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h30
1:35 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
22:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
2:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
22:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h30
2:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
22:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h25
2:25 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
22:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h45
3:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
22:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
3:25 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNXA8 · NX025
On time
22:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h40
3:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton

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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton run on average 49 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 4h 25m.

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
121 km
Average bus duration
4h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
49
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
0:01
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
63 days
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 Stansted Mountfitchet to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton with National Express for as low as £20. 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
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
49 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.
Learn more about National Express

Coaches from Stansted to Brighton

Coaches offer an affordable route from Stansted to Brighton, allowing for seamless flight transfers whenever they are required. Every day, at least 30 indirect services travel from Stansted to Brighton, and journey times vary from four hours 15 minutes to just under seven hours. 

Which coach companies travel from Stansted to Brighton?

National Express is the sole operator of coaches from Stansted to Brighton. The company doesn't run a direct route. Instead, a single change will be needed, usually in Milton Keynes or London.

How long is the coach from Stansted to Brighton?

Journey times vary considerably on the Stansted to Brighton coach route. Travellers can expect the fastest journeys to take around four hours 15 minutes. However, journey times can reach seven hours or more, making it important to check schedules carefully before booking.

How many coaches are there from Stansted to Brighton?

There's no shortage of choice when travellers head from Stansted to Brighton. Every day of the week, passengers can expect to choose from 30-40 services with a single change, and even more when routes with two changes are considered.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Stansted to Brighton?

Departure bus station: All buses from Stansted to Brighton will leave from Stansted Airport Bus Station. The bus stop is only two minutes' walk from the arrivals terminal, so should be easily accessible for those with heavy luggage. It offers more than just a place to wait, with free WiFi, a cafe on site, the chance to purchase travel essentials and payphones and lavatories. It's also around 10 minutes' walk from the Airport Train Station when stairs and gateways are taken into account.

Arrival bus station: Coaches to Brighton from Stansted could arrive at a couple of locations. Firstly, all buses stop at Brighton Coach Station. This can be found close to the seafront promenade, at the southern end of the Old Steine Gardens. From there, arrivals can walk to the Royal Pavilion and the beach in around five to ten minutes. Alternatively, many buses to Brighton also stop at York Place, which is around 800 metres north of the seafront and a much more convenient stop for those heading to Brighton Station. Some buses also stop at Preston Circus, which is the ideal destination for those headed to northern Brighton.

FAQs: Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton is £29; 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton is 4h 25m to travel the 121 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton leaves at 23:50.
There are 49 coaches a day from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Brighton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Brighton from Stansted Mountfitchet is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton

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Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
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Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
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Address
Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN

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