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Coach from London to Brighton

Looking for cheap coach travel from London to Brighton? We run coaches to Brighton up to 20 times a day on our 025 route, with the fastest journey taking just 2 hours 5 minutes from London Victoria and fares from £10.50*. Travelling from London to Brighton by coach is a brilliant, affordable alternative to pricey train tickets or the hassle of driving and parking. Whether you fancy a day trip to Brighton beach or a weekend seaside getaway, we've got you sorted. Use the Journey Planner above to find your journey.

    

London to Brighton journey information

Fastest journey time

2 hrs 5 mins (from London Victoria)

Cheapest price from

£10.50 *

Distance (approx)

104km

No. of stops

4 (fastest service, other services may vary)

First & last journey daily

2.00am/23.59pm from London Victoria Coach Station

Departing from London Victoria Coach Station

Your London Victoria to Brighton coach departs from Victoria Coach Station, just 300 metres from the tube network. The station is served by the Victoria Line, District Line, and Circle Line, making connections easy from across the city. You'll find a bus stop directly outside with routes into the city centre, and Victoria Rail Station is a short walk away. A taxi rank operates outside on Eccleston Place for those with luggage or tight schedules.

With our first departure at 2.00am, you can catch an early service connecting via Gatwick and Heathrow airports along the route. Take a look at our London Victoria Station facilities for more information.

Arriving at Brighton Coach Station

Your coach arrives at Brighton Coach Station, near the popular Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station area, right on the seafront. Step off your coach and you'll be greeted by sea views and the buzz of one of Britain's favourite coastal towns. Buses to Brighton's neighbourhoods run from nearby stops, and a dedicated taxi rank is just around the corner. Shops, cafes, and attractions are all within easy walking distance, so your seaside day out starts the moment you arrive.

Travelling solo? Your driver will help load and unload your bags, so there's no heavy lifting to worry about. Heading to Brighton as a family? You'll enjoy a generous luggage allowance and comfortable seats for the whole group.

Looking for the return journey? See our Brighton to London service. You can also travel from Gatwick with our Gatwick to Brighton route.

    

Our London to Brighton services and stops

Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey.

Our 025 service travels up to 19 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

  • Hove

  • Portslade

  • Southwick

  • Shoreham-by-Sea

  • Lancing

  • Worthing

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Perfect for

  • ✅ Budget-conscious day-trippers wanting an affordable coach from London to Brighton

  • ✅ Solo travellers seeking a comfortable, hassle-free ride to the seaside

  • ✅ Families heading to Brighton with comfortable seats and room for everyone

Your next trip to Brighton is just a few clicks away. Book your tickets to Brighton now.

Frequently asked questions

The first coach leaves London Victoria Coach Station at 1.30am, arriving at Brighton Coach Station at 3.35am.

The last coach departs London Victoria Coach Station at 23.59pm, arriving at Brighton Coach Station at 2.45am.

A one-way coach from London to Brighton is available from £10.50*. Book in advance for the best prices on your journey.

Our fastest coaches from London to Brighton arrive in 2 hours 5 minutes from London Victoria.

We have fare types available to give you flexibility. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, though excess fees may apply. For more information, visit our tickets page.

Alternatively, you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go lets you 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.

Yes. Our coach service is one of the most popular ways to travel by bus from London to Brighton, with frequent daily departures from Victoria Coach Station to Brighton Coach Station on the seafront.

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