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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Brighton
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Brighton will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 3 buses that leave Swansea for Brighton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 279 km distance in an average of 9 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Swansea to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 279 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swansea to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Brighton coaches for today, Wednesday 11 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:05 Swansea | 7h00 | 15:05 Brighton | 1 change | |
| Thursday 12 March | |||||
| 07:30 Swansea | 9h05 | 16:35 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Brighton
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Buses from Swansea to Brighton run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 279 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 279 km |
Average bus duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Swansea to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Brighton with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swansea to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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