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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn) | Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic) | Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn) | Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Brighton Old Steine S4 (Stop Z) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn) | Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 09:03 GMT.
Get from Cardiff to Brighton
The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just €15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Brighton?
Stops in Cardiff
- A
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - B2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Brighton?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cardiff to Brighton start from €15. The average price for this route is around €27. 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 Cardiff to Brighton?
The average bus journey time from Cardiff to Brighton is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 223 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 30m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Brighton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 112 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Brighton?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Brighton at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Brighton?
A bus journey from Cardiff to Brighton produces an estimated 6 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 Cardiff 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 29879 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Brighton was searched and found on 30 Mar 2026 with a price of €17To 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 €17 to €70 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 €17, which is on 2026-03-30.
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.
