What is the travel distance from Heathrow to Brighton?

The distance separating Heathrow and Brighton is 47 miles (75 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heathrow to Brighton?

The majority of buses traveling from Heathrow to Brighton start their journey at London Heathrow Airport and wind up at Pool Valley Coach Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Brighton?

Once in Brighton, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Brighton Museum & Art Gallery, HeliFly, Booth Museum of Natural History, Royal Pavilion and Hollingbury Park Golf Course.

Bus Heathrow to Brighton from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Heathrow to Brighton on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	4h	10:30am	Brighton (Coach Station)	Cheapest
Bus	6:10am	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	1h 33m	7:43am	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	Fastest
Bus	5:55am	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 10m	8:05am	Brighton	No tags
Bus	12:25pm	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	4h 20m	4:45pm	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	5:55am	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 10m	8:05am	Brighton	No tags

Next departures for Heathrow to Brighton on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30am	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	4h 5m	6:35am	Brighton (Coach Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:55am	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	1h 33m	2:28am	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	Fastest
Bus	12:40am	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 5m	2:45am	Brighton	No tags
Bus	4:45am	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	3h 45m	8:30am	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 5m	2:45am	Brighton	No tags

Next departures for Heathrow to Brighton on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:20am	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 5m	6:25am	Brighton	Cheapest
Bus	12:55am	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	1h 33m	2:28am	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	Fastest
Bus	12:40am	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 5m	2:45am	Brighton	No tags
Bus	2:30am	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	4h 5m	6:35am	Brighton (Coach Station)	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 5m	2:45am	Brighton	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Heathrow to Brighton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

47 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $45	Average Duration1h 57m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $13	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,712 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

The reviews highlight a generally positive experience with the bus service, emphasizing friendly and helpful drivers who ensure a comfortable journey. Passengers appreciate the punctuality and professionalism of both drivers and station staff. However, some users noted challenges in locating bus stops at airports due to insufficient information displays.

National Express Heathrow Brighton recent customer reviews

Do find the Bus on T5 in LHR was a little bit tricky, we arrived late and first thought we missed but fortunately for us Bus was late. We didn't see or find any Display to tell the Status so IT was unclear

Klaus S.

June 19, 2025

I enjoyed the drive to Hove and the driver was kind and friendly as well as an exceptional driver!

Kathryn S.

August 3, 2024

First must say both drivers were fabulous, very polite and helpful. However what a nightmare coming into the country after a long flight, and trying to find help. No NE help desk , no information on delays , QR code didn't work , the intercom didn't work . People stood in the rain looking confused , absolutely shambolic. Never again!

Caroline H.

June 1, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,346 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Brighton?

Stops in Heathrow

A - London Heathrow Airport

B - Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central

C - Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4

D - Comfort Hotel

E - EasyHotel

F - Novotel Hotel

Stops in Brighton

A - Pool Valley Coach Station

B - Brighton

C - Brighton Amex Stadium

D - Rottingdean Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heathrow to Brighton by bus

What is the travel distance from Heathrow to Brighton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heathrow to Brighton?
What are the best sights and things to do in Brighton?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/15

$17

11/16

$14

Today

$11

11/18

$12

11/19

$13

11/20

$13

11/21

$12

11/22

$14

The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Brighton was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $49 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-18.

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.