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Children under 14 years of age are not permitted to travel without being accompanied throughout the journey by a responsible person aged 16 years or over.
Children aged 14 - 15 years old may travel unaccompanied, as from 5am, arriving at their booked destination no later than 10pm. Unaccompanied children will be asked for proof of age or a signed letter of permission from their parent/guardian. (sms or chat based messages are not permissible)

One infant aged 0-2 travels free when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. Additional infants aged 0-2 must be paid for. If you are travelling with more than 1 infant aged 0-2, please book the additional infant as 'Children (3-15).

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Coach from London to Brighton

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Coach from London to Brighton

National Express coaches travel from London to Brighton up to 19 times a day on our 025 route, starting from just £3.50 one-way*. With comfortable seating and frequent departures, you can enjoy a cheap seaside escape without breaking the bank – perfect for spontaneous day trips or weekend getaways.

London to Brighton journey information
Fastest journey time 2 hrs 5 mins (from London Victoria)
Cheapest price from £3.50
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

    

Our Liverpool to Birmingham services and stops

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

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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Departing from London Victoria Coach Station

London Victoria Coach Station sits just 300 metres from the tube network, served by the Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line for easy connections. You'll find a convenient bus stop directly outside with numerous routes into the city centre, while Victoria Rail Station is a mere 300-metre stroll away. A handy taxi rank operates outside the coach station on Eccleston Place for those with luggage or tight schedules.

Take a look at our London Victoria Station facilities for more information.

Arriving at Brighton Coach Station

Brighton Coach Station is perfectly positioned on the seafront, greeting you with spectacular views of this classic British seaside resort as you arrive. The station offers buses around the city and beyond, with a dedicated taxi rank nearby. You'll step off your coach into Brighton's vibrant atmosphere with shops, cafes and attractions all within easy walking distance.

 

Perfect For:


Budget-conscious travellers wanting affordable London to Brighton transport
Day-trippers seeking hassle-free travel to the seaside
Visitors wanting to arrive right on Brighton's famous seafront

 

Book your National Express coach from London to Brighton today and enjoy a comfortable journey to one of Britain's most beloved coastal destinations.

Frequently asked questions

The first coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 2.00am, arriving at Brighton Bus Station at 4.05am.

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

A one-way journey from London to Brighton is available from £3.50*.

Our fastest coach journeys from London to Brighton will arrive in 2 hrs 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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