Heathrow to Brighton Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Heathrow and Brighton?

The distance between these two places is a total of 68 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Heathrow and Brighton?

The average travel time between the stations is 02:35 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from Heathrow to Brighton?

The price of a bus ticket from Heathrow to Brighton ranges from £12 to £25.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Heathrow to Brighton?

The average number of daily departures is 50. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: How many direct buses are there from Heathrow to Brighton?

There are 130 from Heathrow to Brighton. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Heathrow to Brighton?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Heathrow to Brighton by bus?

To travel from Heathrow to Brighton by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Heathrow and Brighton?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Heathrow?

The first bus departs at 00:40, and the last bus departs at 23:59.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Heathrow to Brighton?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

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Heathrow to Brighton Route Overview

Heathrow to Brighton bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 85 daily bus departures available, including 11 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Heathrow at 00:40h, arriving at Brighton at 02:30h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:59h, arriving at 03:20h the following day.

Departure station and country Heathrow, United Kingdom

Arrival station and country Brighton, United Kingdom

Travel Distance 68 mi

Average Trip Duration 02h 35min

Total Departures 85

Popular Operators National Express

Lowest Price £12

Transportation Options Coach

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Heathrow to Brighton:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

00:40 London Heathrow Airport T2 and T3

2h 5min

02:45 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station

National Express

from 14.5 HRK

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14:05 London Heathrow Airport T2 and T3

1h 55min

16:00 Brighton Withdean Park

National Express

from 15.5 HRK

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19:20 London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5

1h 47min

21:07 Brighton Preston Circus

National Express

from 15.5 HRK

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19:05 London Heathrow Airport T2 and T3

2h 15min

21:20 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station

National Express

from 14.5 HRK

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18:20 London Heathrow Airport T2 and T3

2h 2min

20:22 Brighton Preston Circus

National Express

from 15.5 HRK

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Traveling by coach from Heathrow to Brighton

The shortest travel distance between Heathrow and Brighton is 68 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 04:35 has a travel time of 01:35h. The longest travel time on the route is 03:35h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Brighton earlier, there are 11 overnight coaches from Heathrow to Brighton. The overnight coaches depart between 21:15 and 23:59 and arrive between 00:30 and 03:20 the same day. Below are the most popular night departures to Brighton:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

22:55 London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5

1h 35min

00:30 Brighton Withdean Park

National Express

from 15.5 HRK

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23:59 London Heathrow Airport T2 and T3

3h 21min

1 Coach change

03:20 Brighton Withdean Park

National Express

from 25 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 10. Oct

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Bus companies operating the Heathrow to Brighton route

National Express is the carrier operating this route. The company has been reviewed 314 times by travellers. Below is their average rating.

8.2 National Express

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Heathrow or Brighton coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Heathrow

You can see information about the departure station and stops Heathrow here

Brighton

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Brighton here

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £12 (One-Way) or £24 (Return).

Travel reviews for Heathrow to Brighton bus

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Other popular destinations from Heathrow

If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Heathrow, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:

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Other popular destinations from Brighton

If you're looking for inspiration for where to travel next once you've reached Brighton, here is a list of the most popular routes that our travellers have previously booked tickets for:

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