What's the distance between Cardiff and Brighton by coach?

The journey from Cardiff to Brighton by coach covers an approximate distance of 140 miles (225 km).

How can I get from Cardiff to Brighton without driving?

You can reach Brighton from Cardiff by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Cardiff to Brighton from £10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cardiff to Brighton on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:38	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 22m	21:00	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	Cheapest
Bus	19:28	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	7h	02:28	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	Fastest
Bus	11:38	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 42m	19:20	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	12:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	7h 40m	20:25	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	11:38	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 42m	19:20	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	12:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	7h 30m	20:15	Brighton (Preston Park)	No tags
Bus	11:38	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 42m	19:20	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	12:38	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 37m	20:15	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Brighton on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	8h 7m	15:02	Preston Circus, Stop H	Cheapest
Bus	19:28	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	7h	02:28	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 35m	10:55	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	7h 45m	08:30	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	03:20	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 35m	10:55	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	7h 45m	10:30	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	03:20	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 35m	10:55	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	08:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	8h	16:45	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Brighton on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:55	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h	11:55	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	Cheapest
Bus	19:58	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 30m	02:28	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 25m	10:45	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	7h 45m	08:30	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	03:20	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 25m	10:45	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	03:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	6h 45m	10:30	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	03:20	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 25m	10:45	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	08:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	8h	16:45	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Brighton on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:53	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	8h 37m	00:30	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	Cheapest
Bus	19:28	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	7h	02:28	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 35m	10:55	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	7h 45m	08:30	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	03:20	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 35m	10:55	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	02:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	7h 45m	10:30	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	03:20	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	7h 35m	10:55	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	08:45	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	8h	16:45	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cardiff to Brighton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 7 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

82bus per day

7h 37mAverage duration

139 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£13 - £47	Average duration7h 37m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29708 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 £13

National Express Cardiff Brighton recent customer reviews

Waited in the -4 cold for a coach scheduled for 5am to arrive at 6:15am, making me miss my connecting coach and have to spend more than my entire journey on a train ticket to get there in time. Also the heating was broken on the coach and we spent the 4 hour delayed journey sat freezing.

Alice H.

2 December 2023

Everything was fine, until I got off the bus to discover my suitcase with contains only about a grand worth of electronics, clothing and irreplaceable items given to me by my nan before she passed away last November. Knowing I may never see these items again broke my heart and the bus driver on the 025 when I got off was unhelpful and frankly caused more distress for me with his attitude.

Rachel D.

8 January 2023

Will definitely use again

Patrizia H.

28 November 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Brighton?

Stops in Cardiff

A - Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)

B - Sophia Gardens

C - Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens

D - Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop

E - National Museum

F - Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate

Stops in Brighton

A - Pool Valley Coach Station

B - Brighton

C - Brighton Amex Stadium

D - Rottingdean Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cardiff to Brighton

What's the distance between Cardiff and Brighton by coach?
The journey from Cardiff to Brighton by coach covers an approximate distance of 140 miles (225 km).
How can I get from Cardiff to Brighton without driving?
You can reach Brighton from Cardiff by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. 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

10/11

£14

11/11

£23

Today

£16

13/11

£16

14/11

No data

15/11

No data

16/11

£13

17/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Brighton was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £46 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-16.