How far is Nottingham from Brighton?

The distance separating Nottingham and Brighton is 153 miles (247 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Nottingham to Brighton leave from Coach Station and arrive 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 Murder and Mayhem Tour, Sea Life Brighton, HeliFly, The Chattri and Komedia.

Bus Nottingham to Brighton from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Brighton on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:05am	580 Mansfield Rd	7h 50m	2:55pm	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	Cheapest
Bus	7:05am	580 Mansfield Rd	7h 43m	2:48pm	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	Fastest
Bus	7:05am	580 Mansfield Rd	7h 50m	2:55pm	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	7:05am	580 Mansfield Rd	7h 50m	2:55pm	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	8:40am	580 Mansfield Rd	8h 15m	4:55pm	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	8:40am	580 Mansfield Rd	8h 15m	4:55pm	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	8:40am	580 Mansfield Rd	8h 15m	4:55pm	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	7:05am	580 Mansfield Rd	7h 52m	2:57pm	Preston Park Hotel	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Nottingham to Brighton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 8 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

8h 22mAverage Duration

153 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $48	Average Duration8h 22m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $22	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,293 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.

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

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Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Brighton?

Stops in Nottingham

A - Coach Station

B - 34 Long Row W

C - 33 Derby Rd

Stops in Brighton

A - Pool Valley Coach Station

B - Brighton

C - Brighton Amex Stadium

D - Rottingdean Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nottingham to Brighton by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

$20

11/12

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Today

$22

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11/16

$44

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The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Brighton was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $61 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-11-16.