Sunderland to Brighton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to Brighton

Showing times and prices for 22 Dec

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£56

Fastest journey

11 h 15 m

Average duration

11 h 25 m

Buses per day

12

Distance

461 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Sunderland to Brighton will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.

Fast coaches

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

National ExpressNX426 · NX025
08:3511h50
Sunderland, Interchange
20:25Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
£431One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX426 · NX025
08:3511h47
Sunderland, Interchange
20:22Brighton, Preston Circus
£431One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX426 · NX025
07:3012h00
Sunderland, Interchange
19:30Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
£561One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX426 · NX025
07:3011h57
Sunderland, Interchange
19:27Brighton, Preston Circus
£561One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX426 · NX025
12:2012h17
Sunderland, Interchange
00:37Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
£561One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Sunderland to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £53.

Distance: 461 km

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Train

£37

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Cheapest

£131

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£106

Average Price

10h 46m

Average total duration

10h 16m

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Additional time*

4h 10m

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1h 10m

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3h 0m

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4h 54m

Average total duration

4h 24m

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Live departures

Sunderland to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Brighton coaches for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 05:50Sunderland, Interchange
11h12
20:57 20:57Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 05:50Sunderland, Interchange
11h15
17:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 07:45Sunderland, Interchange
11h17
20:57 20:57Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 07:45Sunderland, Interchange
11h20
19:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 08:45Sunderland, Interchange
11h17
20:57 20:57Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 08:45Sunderland, Interchange
11h20
20:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 12:20Sunderland, Interchange
12h17
00:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 12:20Sunderland, Interchange
12h15
00:35 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 15:30Sunderland, Interchange
11h05
02:35 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
Delayed
21:00 15:30Sunderland, Interchange
11h07
02:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX436 · NX02523:35 Sunderland, Interchange
11h30
11:05 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
national_expressNX436 · NX025
On time
23:35 Sunderland, Interchange
11h26
11:01 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
Monday 22 December
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
05:35 Sunderland, Interchange
11h37
17:12 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
05:35 Sunderland, Interchange
11h40
17:15 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
07:30 Sunderland, Interchange
12h00
19:30 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
07:30 Sunderland, Interchange
11h57
19:27 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
08:35 Sunderland, Interchange
11h50
20:25 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
08:35 Sunderland, Interchange
11h47
20:22 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
12:20 Sunderland, Interchange
12h17
00:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
12:20 Sunderland, Interchange
12h15
00:35 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
15:20 Sunderland, Interchange
11h15
02:35 Brighton, Preston Circus		1 change
national_expressNX426 · NX025
On time
15:20 Sunderland, Interchange
11h17
02:37 Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Brighton

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Buses from Sunderland to Brighton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 461 km distance in 11h 30m.

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
461 km
Average bus duration
10h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
11
Fastest bus
11h 30m
First bus
02:35
Last bus
23:35
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 Sunderland to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Sunderland 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
11h 30m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
11 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

FAQs: Sunderland to Brighton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Brighton can start from as little as £30 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sunderland to Brighton is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Sunderland to Brighton coach travel time is 11 h   for the 285 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Sunderland to Brighton leaves at 02: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Sunderland to Brighton leaves at 23: 35.
There are 9 coaches a day from Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 from Sunderland to Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Sunderland to Brighton by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel from Sunderland to Brighton 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Sunderland to Brighton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Sunderland to Brighton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Sunderland to Brighton.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Brighton

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