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Coach from Heathrow to Brighton
National Express operates regular coach services from Heathrow Airport to Brighton with fares from £9 one-way*, offering comfortable travel with guaranteed seating, generous luggage allowance, and adjustable air-conditioning for your journey to the seaside.
| Heathrow to Brighton journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 2 hrs 5 mins |
| Cheapest price | From £9 * |
| Distance (approx) | 103km |
| No. of stops | 4 |
| First & last journey daily | 00:40am/22:40pm (from Heathrow Central Bus Station) |
Our Heathrow to Brighton services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 025 service travels up to 18 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- London Victoria Coach Station
- London (Hammersmith)
- Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
- Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5
- Gatwick Airport (North)
- Gatwick Airport (South)
- Brighton (Patcham)
- Brighton (Withdean Park)
- Brighton (Preston Park)
- Brighton (Preston Circus)
- Brighton (York Place)
- Brighton (Old Stein)
- Brighton Coach Station
Heathrow to Brighton route map
Departing from Heathrow
While waiting for your coach at Heathrow Airport, you'll find excellent facilities to enjoy before your journey. The airport offers a wide assortment of cafes, shops and restaurants, as well as convenient rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines and ticket machines near all coach departure points.
National Express coaches operate from specific locations at each Heathrow terminal. Terminal 2 & 3 services depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station, while Terminal 4 and Terminal 5 have dedicated coach stops located directly outside each terminal building.
Arrival and Departure information:
Terminal 2 & 3: Coaches arrive and depart from the Heathrow Central Bus Station.
Terminal 4: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 4.
Terminal 5: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 5.
Arriving at Brighton Coach Station
Brighton Coach Station is ideally situated on the seafront, just a short walk from the town centre's attractions, perfect for exploring this beautiful seaside destination.
The station is well-connected with a convenient taxi rank and several local bus routes for onward travel to other destinations in the Brighton area.
Perfect for:
✅ International visitors connecting from Heathrow flights to coastal destinations
✅ Day trippers and holidaymakers heading to Brighton's famous beach and attractions
✅ Travellers seeking affordable airport transfers with comfortable amenities
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station at 00.40am, arriving at Brighton Bus Station at 2.45am.
The last coach departs from Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station at 22.40pm, arriving at Brighton Bus Station at 00.45am
A one-way journey from Heathrow to Brighton is available from £9*.
Our fastest coach from Heathrow to Brighton will arrive in 2 hours 5 mins.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
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