Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Great Charles Street Queensway | Brighton Old Steine S4 (Stop Z) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Bearwood, Hangley Rd. | Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Bearwood, Hangley Rd. | Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Great Charles Street Queensway | Brighton Old Steine S4 (Stop Z) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bearwood, Hangley Rd. | Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway) | No tags |
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Get from Birmingham to Brighton
The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 289, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Brighton?
Stops in Birmingham
- AMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, 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 from Birmingham to Brighton by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Brighton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Brighton start at R 289. The average price for this route is around R 1 057. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Brighton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Brighton?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Brighton at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Brighton?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Brighton produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 29875 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Brighton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Brighton was searched and found on 23 Mar 2026 with a price of R 267To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Brighton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 267 to R 2 147 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 301, which is on 2026-03-25.
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.
