How much is the bus ticket from London to Brighton?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Brighton start at R 112. The average price for this route is around R 148. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from London to Brighton?

The average bus journey time from London to Brighton is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 72 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the London to Brighton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 158 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from London to Brighton at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus trip from London to Brighton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from London to Brighton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Brighton?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Brighton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Brighton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus London to Brighton from R 57 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Brighton on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Victoria Coach Station	3h 35m	20:35	Brighton	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	35m	16:35	Brighton (Preston Park)	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Victoria Coach Station	3h 15m	15:15	Brighton	No tags
Bus	14:20	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 25m	16:45	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	12:00	Victoria Coach Station	3h 15m	15:15	Brighton	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Victoria Coach Station	3h 20m	21:20	Brighton	Cheapest
Bus	05:50	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	35m	06:25	Brighton (Preston Park)	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags
Bus	04:25	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 10m	06:35	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Victoria Coach Station	3h 10m	21:10	Brighton	Cheapest
Bus	05:50	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	35m	06:25	Brighton (Preston Park)	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags
Bus	04:25	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 10m	06:35	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:50	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	45m	06:35	Brighton (Coach Station)	Cheapest
Bus	05:50	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	35m	06:25	Brighton (Preston Park)	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags
Bus	04:25	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 10m	06:35	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Victoria Coach Station	3h 5m	08:05	Brighton	Cheapest
Bus	05:50	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	35m	06:25	Brighton (Preston Park)	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags
Bus	04:25	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 10m	06:35	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Victoria Coach Station	3h 5m	08:05	Brighton	Cheapest
Bus	05:50	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	35m	06:25	Brighton (Preston Park)	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags
Bus	04:25	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 10m	06:35	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags

Next departures from London to Brighton on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Victoria Coach Station	3h 40m	19:40	Brighton	Cheapest
Bus	05:50	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	35m	06:25	Brighton (Preston Park)	Fastest
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags
Bus	04:25	London Stratford City Bus Station	2h 10m	06:35	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	01:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 5m	03:35	Brighton	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Brighton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 1 hour 23 minutes and with fares starting at just R 302, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

59train per day

1h 23mAverage duration

81 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 112 - R 384	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 302 - R 1 433	Average duration1h 23m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 100 - R 100	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Brighton?

Stops in London

A
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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B
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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C
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
New Cross Gate
263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
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Stops in Brighton

A
Brighton
39 Trafalgar Street, Brighton, BN1 4FT, United Kingdom
B
Pool Valley Coach Station
5 Pool Valley, Brighton BN1 1PN, UK
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C
Brighton Amex Stadium
Village Way, Brighton BN1, UK
D
Rottingdean Bus Stop
12 West St, Brighton BN2 7HP, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

The National Express service received positive feedback for their helpful and friendly drivers, on-time departures, and smooth journeys. However, some passengers experienced delays due to unforeseen circumstances like traffic congestion. Overall, customers appreciate the comfortable and stress-free travel experience provided by the company.

National Express London Brighton recent customer reviews

One of your drivers has sent away my backpack that contains all my documents. As at now I hv not find it.

Haruna S.

26 September 2023

We booked a day trip to Brighton which ran on time and both our bus drivers were professional and very helpful.

Vicky T.

17 July 2023

Very polite and friendly drivers both to and from Brighton. Due to unforeseen traffic congestion, driver was late with return pick-up.

Eileen W.

30 May 2023

FlixBus

3.5/512 161 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Brighton by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from London to Brighton?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Brighton start at R 112. The average price for this route is around R 148. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from London to Brighton?
The average bus journey time from London to Brighton is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 72 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the London to Brighton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 158 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Brighton?
The earliest bus departs from London to Brighton at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Brighton?
A bus trip from London to Brighton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from London to Brighton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Brighton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Brighton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Brighton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

27/01

R 69

28/01

R 69

Today

R 69

30/01

R 60

31/01

R 60

01/02

R 69

02/02

R 60

03/02

R 60

The cheapest trip from London to Brighton was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 60

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

You can expect to pay from R 60 to R 359 for a bus ticket from London to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 60, which is on 2026-01-30.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.