Bus from Gatwick to Brighton: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gatwick to Brighton on 31 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Brighton Old Steine S4 (Stop Z)Cheapest
National ExpressBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & CarterFastest
National ExpressBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
BrightonNo tags
FlixbusBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Brighton Old Steine S4 (Stop Z)No tags
National ExpressBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
BrightonNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:21 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gatwick 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 38 minutes and with fares starting at just R 263, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day
38mAverage duration
37 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 125 - R 309Average duration43m
1kg CO₂e
Average priceR 263 - R 633Average duration38m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Gatwick to Brighton?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gatwick to Brighton start at R 125. The average price for this route is around R 195. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. Which bus companies service the Gatwick to Brighton route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 245 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

  3. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gatwick to Brighton?

    The earliest bus departs from Gatwick to Brighton at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  4. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gatwick to Brighton?

    A bus trip from Gatwick to Brighton produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  5. What is the best bus company from Gatwick 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.

  6. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gatwick to Brighton?

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

  7. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Gatwick 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.

  8. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gatwick 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
23/03
R 196
24/03
R 196
Today
R 62
26/03
No data
27/03
R 61
28/03
No data
29/03
No data
30/03
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gatwick to Brighton was searched and found on 27 Mar 2026 with a price of R 61

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

You can expect to pay from R 61 to R 323 for a bus ticket from Gatwick to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 61, which is on 2026-03-27.

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