How much is the bus ticket from Brighton to Dartford?

The cheapest coach tickets from Brighton to Dartford start from €12. The average price for this route is around €15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Brighton to Dartford?

The average bus journey time from Brighton to Dartford is 6h, covering a distance of 75 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Brighton to Dartford route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brighton to Dartford?

The earliest bus departs from Brighton to Dartford at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brighton to Dartford?

A bus journey from Brighton to Dartford produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Brighton to Dartford from €10 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Brighton to Dartford on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:05	Brighton	6h 25m	19:30	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	17:10	Brighton	5h 35m	22:45	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	Fastest
Bus	10:05	Brighton	6h	16:05	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Brighton	6h	16:05	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Brighton	6h	16:05	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Dartford on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:10	Brighton	5h 35m	22:45	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:05	Brighton	6h 15m	12:20	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	06:05	Brighton	6h 15m	12:20	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	06:05	Brighton	6h 15m	12:20	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Brighton	5h 50m	15:55	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Dartford on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:05	Brighton	6h 15m	12:20	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	17:10	Brighton	5h 35m	22:45	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	Fastest
Bus	06:05	Brighton	6h 15m	12:20	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	06:05	Brighton	6h 15m	12:20	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Brighton	5h 50m	15:55	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Dartford on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:10	Brighton	5h 35m	22:45	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:35	Brighton	6h 45m	12:20	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	05:35	Brighton	6h 45m	12:20	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	05:35	Brighton	6h 45m	12:20	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Brighton	5h 50m	15:55	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Dartford on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:05	Brighton	5h 40m	21:45	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:45	Brighton	6h 5m	12:50	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	06:45	Brighton	6h 5m	12:50	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	06:45	Brighton	6h 5m	12:50	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	12:05	Brighton	6h	18:05	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Dartford on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:45	Brighton	6h 5m	12:50	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	16:05	Brighton	5h 40m	21:45	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Brighton	6h 5m	12:50	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	06:45	Brighton	6h 5m	12:50	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags
Bus	12:05	Brighton	6h	18:05	Dartford (Bluewater Shopping Centre)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:43 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Brighton to Dartford

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Dartford. The journey takes about 2 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just €57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

2h 1mAverage duration

74 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€12 - €26	Average duration6h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€57 - €58	Average duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,870 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29870 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at €12

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Brighton to Dartford

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Brighton to Dartford?
The cheapest coach tickets from Brighton to Dartford start from €12. The average price for this route is around €15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Brighton to Dartford?
The average bus journey time from Brighton to Dartford is 6h, covering a distance of 75 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Brighton to Dartford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brighton to Dartford?
The earliest bus departs from Brighton to Dartford at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brighton to Dartford?
A bus journey from Brighton to Dartford produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/01

€13

22/01

€12

Today

€14

24/01

€13

25/01

€20

26/01

€12

27/01

€12

28/01

€10

The cheapest trip from Brighton to Dartford was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brighton to Dartford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €10 to €35 for a bus ticket from Brighton to Dartford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €10, which is on 2026-01-28.