How far is Stansted from Brighton by coach?

The distance between Brighton and Stansted by coach is approximately 76 miles (123 km).

Is there a way to reach Stansted from Brighton without a car?

You can travel to Stansted from Brighton by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Brighton to Stansted from £20 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Brighton to Stansted on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:55	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	5h	08:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	05:50	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	4h 45m	10:35	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	07:50	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	4h 35m	12:25	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	08:50	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	5h 35m	14:25	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags
Bus	22:30	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	5h 50m	04:20	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Brighton to Stansted

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage duration

76 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£23 - £57	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £12	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29711 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £23

National Express Brighton Stansted recent customer reviews

The bus was over an hour late, making me miss my connection and therefore my flight aswell. The busdriver didn’t want to help me. I tried to ask him questions on how I could possible help myself and he just answered “I don’t know” and started smoking instead. I understand things go wrong sometimes, but please be passionate about helping others out

Fabian L.

3 June 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Brighton and Stansted?

Stops in Brighton

A - Pool Valley Coach Station

B - Brighton

C - Brighton Amex Stadium

D - Rottingdean Bus Stop

Stops in Stansted

A - London Stansted Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Brighton to Stansted

How far is Stansted from Brighton by coach?
The distance between Brighton and Stansted by coach is approximately 76 miles (123 km).
Is there a way to reach Stansted from Brighton without a car?
You can travel to Stansted from Brighton by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

£27

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£30

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£20

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The cheapest trip from Brighton to Stansted was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brighton to Stansted as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £20 to £68 for a bus ticket from Brighton to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-11-19.