How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Brighton?

The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Brighton start from £26. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Southampton to Brighton?

The average bus journey time from Southampton to Brighton is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 54 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 20m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Southampton to Brighton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Brighton?

The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Brighton at 02:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Brighton?

A bus journey from Southampton to Brighton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Southampton to Brighton?

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 29872 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Brighton?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to Brighton?

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 Southampton to Brighton?

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.

Bus Southampton to Brighton from £24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Southampton to Brighton on 14 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:30	Southampton Coach Station	4h 20m	00:50	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	CheapestFastest
Bus	15:45	Southampton Coach Station	4h 35m	20:20	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	15:45	Southampton Coach Station	4h 35m	20:20	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	17:30	Southampton Coach Station	4h 40m	22:10	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	17:30	Southampton Coach Station	4h 40m	22:10	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags

Next departures from Southampton to Brighton on 15 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:30	Southampton Coach Station	4h 20m	00:50	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	CheapestFastest
Bus	02:05	Southampton Coach Station	4h 25m	06:30	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	02:05	Southampton Coach Station	4h 25m	06:30	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	15:45	Southampton Coach Station	4h 35m	20:20	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags
Bus	15:45	Southampton Coach Station	4h 35m	20:20	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 08:25 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Southampton to Brighton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

1h 45mAverage duration

56 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£26 - £62	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £39	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Brighton?

Stops in Southampton

A
Southampton Coach Station
20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
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B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK
C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK
D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK
E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK
F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK

Stops in Brighton

A
Brighton
39 Trafalgar Street, Brighton, BN1 4FT, United Kingdom
B
Pool Valley Coach Station
5 Pool Valley, Brighton BN1 1PN, UK
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C
Brighton Amex Stadium
Village Way, Brighton BN1, UK
D
Rottingdean Bus Stop
12 West St, Brighton BN2 7HP, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,211 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

National Express

4/529,872 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Southampton to Brighton

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Brighton?
The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Brighton start from £26. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Southampton to Brighton?
The average bus journey time from Southampton to Brighton is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 54 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Southampton to Brighton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Brighton?
The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Brighton at 02:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Brighton?
A bus journey from Southampton to Brighton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Southampton to Brighton?
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 29872 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Brighton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to Brighton?
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 Southampton to Brighton?
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.

Best price found

12/02

£29

13/02

£40

Today

£37

15/02

£36

16/02

£25

17/02

£25

18/02

£25

19/02

£31

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Brighton was searched and found on 16 Feb 2026 with a price of £25

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

You can expect to pay from £25 to £65 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2026-02-16.