The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wakefield to Brighton
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wakefield to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Brighton will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 1 buses that leave Wakefield 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 331 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wakefield to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield 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 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 331 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price |
8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wakefield to Brighton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Brighton coaches for tomorrow, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:30 Wakefield | 9h15 | 01:45 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wakefield to Brighton
Buses from Wakefield to Brighton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 19:42. The fastest coach covers the 331 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 331 km |
Average bus duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 19:42 |
Bus providers: National Express from Wakefield to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Wakefield to Brighton with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Wakefield to Brighton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield 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.

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