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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)

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Coach from Brighton to London in 2 hours 28 mins (fastest journey)

Looking for cheap coach travel from Brighton to London? Our coaches from Brighton to London run up to 20 times a day, with fares from £6.50* and a fastest journey time of just 2 hours 28 minutes. Rather than battling traffic on the M23 or paying peak train fares, take the bus from Brighton to London and let us handle the driving. With a 2:50am first departure, you can even connect to early flights at Gatwick or Heathrow along the way. Use the Journey Planner above to find your journey.

Coach from Brighton to London in 2 hours 28 mins (fastest journey)

Looking for cheap coach travel from Brighton to London? Our coaches from Brighton to London run up to 20 times a day, with fares from £6.50* and a fastest journey time of just 2 hours 28 minutes. Rather than battling traffic on the M23 or paying peak train fares, take the bus from Brighton to London and let us handle the driving. With a 2:50am first departure, you can even connect to early flights at Gatwick or Heathrow along the way. Use the Journey Planner above to find your journey.

   

Brighton to London journey information

Fastest journey time

2 hrs 28 mins (Patcham to Earl's Court)

Cheapest price

From £6.50 *

Distance (approx)

102km

No. of stops

4 (other services may use further stops)

First & last journey daily

2:50am/22:45pm

Departing from Brighton Coach Station

Brighton Coach Station, also known as Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station, sits right on the seafront - just a short walk from the town centre's best attractions. A taxi rank and several Brighton bus routes serve the area, so reaching the station is straightforward even if you're coming from further afield.

Arriving at London Victoria Coach Station

Your Brighton to London Victoria coach arrives at one of the capital's best-connected transport hubs. The tube station is just 300 metres away, served by the Victoria, District, and Circle Lines, and you'll find a bus stop directly outside with routes across central London. Victoria Rail Station is also only 300 metres away. Need a taxi? There's a rank right outside on Eccleston Place.

Take a look at our London Victoria Station facilities.

   

Our Brighton to London services and stops

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

Our 025 service travels up to 20 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Brighton (Old Steine)

  • Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station

  • Brighton (Preston Circus)

  • Brighton (Preston Park)

  • Brighton (Withdean Park)

  • Brighton (Patcham)

  • Gatwick Airport (South)

  • Gatwick Airport (North)

  • Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5)

  • Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station

  • London (Earl's Court)

  • London Victoria Coach Station

Perfect for

  • ✅ Budget-conscious day-trippers looking for an affordable coach to London

  • ✅ Early risers catching flights from Gatwick or Heathrow via our first departure

  • ✅ Students and commuters wanting a reliable Brighton London bus alternative to the train

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Frequently asked questions

Our earliest coach heads out in the early hours of the morning, arriving at London Victoria Coach Station at 5:50am. It's an ideal option if you want a full day in the capital or need to catch an onward connection.

The last coach departs Brighton at 22:45pm, arriving at London Victoria Coach Station at 1:50am.

Book early for the best fares on this route, and check the Journey Planner above for up-to-date pricing and availability.

Our fastest Brighton to London coach runs from Patcham to our Earl's Court stop. Times vary depending on your boarding point and the time of day you travel, so check the Journey Planner for exact schedules.

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

You can also add Change and Go to your booking for just £5 per journey, letting you board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time. Find out more at our Change and Go page.

We run regular coaches from Victoria Coach Station to Brighton throughout the day. If you're wondering how to get to Brighton from London or looking for a Victoria to Brighton coach, search the return route in our Journey Planner for times and fares.

Our 025 service calls at both Gatwick Airport (South and North terminals) and Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5 and Central Bus Station) on the way to London, making it an affordable airport transfer.

Brighton is a great base for visiting the Seven Sisters cliffs. Take our coach from London to Brighton and connect to local buses to the cliffs from there - it's a proper day out along the coast.

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