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Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Garden, showing major exhibitions in a restored historic building.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£23
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£29
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
4 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
4 h 59 m
Buses on 30 Aug
4
Distance
121 km
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 £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 4 buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 121 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 42 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.








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 an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 121 km
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX727 · NX025 | 10:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h47 | 15:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX025 | 10:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h50 | 15:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX025 | 10:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h00 | 15:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 11:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h00 | 17:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 11:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h47 | 17:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 11:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h50 | 17:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX025 | 13:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h55 | 18:10 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX025 | 13:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h05 | 18:20 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX025 | 13:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h52 | 18:07 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX025 | 14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h10 | 19:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX025 | 14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h07 | 19:02 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX727 · NX025 | 14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h20 | 19:15 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 15:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h55 | 21:10 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 15:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h42 | 20:57 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 15:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h45 | 21:00 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX728 · NX025 | 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h40 | 21:55 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NX728 · NX025 | 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h37 | 21:52 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX728 · NX025 | 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h50 | 22:05 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX728 · NX025 | 19:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h05 | 23:20 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NX728 · NX025 | 19:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h15 | 23:30 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NX728 · NX025 | 19:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h07 | 23:22 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h20 | 0:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h12 | 0:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h10 | 0:35 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 21:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h40 | 2:45 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 21:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h30 | 2:35 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 21:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h32 | 2:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 23:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h30 | 3:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 23:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h35 | 3:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 23:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h25 | 3:25 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h40 | 4:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h45 | 4:35 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 change | |
NXA8 · NX025 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h35 | 4:25 Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 change | |
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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton run on average 48 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 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.
Distance 121 km |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 48 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Discover the best of Brighton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brighton trip today.
Contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Garden, showing major exhibitions in a restored historic building.
Museum inside the Royal Pavilion Estate covering local history, fashion, decorative art and changing exhibitions.
Seafront gallery dedicated to photography and contemporary visual culture, with changing exhibitions and events.
Narrow historic lanes filled with independent shops and characterful passages, ideal for a classic Brighton wander.
Bohemian shopping district known for street art, vintage stores, market atmosphere and a strong local feel.
Large central green space with formal gardens, open lawns, playgrounds and easy access from the station and seafront.
Fresh herring traditionally smoked over oak, a Sussex speciality long linked to the old fishing trade around Brighton and nearby coastal towns.
Classic British fish and chips made with fresh local catch and chips by the seaside; a staple meal closely tied to Brighton’s coastal identity.
A long-standing Brighton favourite: dry-cured pork sausages, usually grilled or fried, known locally through the city’s famous sausage makers.
Elegant restaurant serving seasonal British tasting menus in a refined but welcoming setting close to the seafront.
Lively modern Indian restaurant in The Lanes, known for creative small plates, bold flavours and a stylish atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fish, oysters and classic British dishes in a polished room near the city centre.
Moderate for a UK seaside city. Hotels and dining are pricier than many British towns, but buses, casual eats and supermarket options help keep daily costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Most Stansted Mountfitchet to Brighton buses use the Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station to Brighton, Preston Circus station pair, with some services arriving at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church). Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Brighton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Brighton, Preston Circus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Preston Circus. ATMs are available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Buses with accessibility features serve this stop.
Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church). ATMs are available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church).
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church).
Available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church): Basic accessibility features available.
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station. ATMs are available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station.
Available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible.
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