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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Brighton Old Steine S4 (Stop Z) | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Brighton (Preston Park) | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Withdean Park (near The Deneway) | Bristol University Queens Road | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brighton Old Steine S4 (Stop Z) | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Withdean Park (near The Deneway) | Bristol University Queens Road | No tags |
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Get from Brighton to Bristol
The journey takes about 7 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Brighton and Bristol?
Stops in Brighton
- A
Brighton
39 Trafalgar Street, Brighton, BN1 4FT, United Kingdom - B5 Pool Valley, Brighton BN1 1PN, UK
- C
Brighton Amex Stadium
Village Way, Brighton BN1, UK - D
Rottingdean Bus Stop
12 West St, Brighton BN2 7HP, UK
Stops in Bristol
- AMarlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
- BStop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
- C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom - D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK - E
Bond St
12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK - F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brighton to Bristol by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Brighton to Bristol?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brighton to Bristol start from $18. The average price for this route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Brighton to Bristol?
The average bus travel time from Brighton to Bristol is 7h 46m, covering a distance of 185 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Brighton to Bristol route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 49 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Brighton to Bristol?
The earliest bus departs from Brighton to Bristol at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brighton to Bristol?
A bus trip from Brighton to Bristol generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Brighton to Bristol?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29875 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brighton to Bristol?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Brighton to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brighton to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Brighton to Bristol was searched and found on Mar 22, 2026 with a price of $20To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brighton to Bristol, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $80 for a bus ticket from Brighton to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-03-26.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
