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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Southampton to Brighton from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$16
Saturday
$16
Sunday
$17
Monday
$27
Tuesday
$27
Wednesday
$47

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 57m 9:05 AM Southampton University 3:02 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $16
National Express 5h 52m 9:05 AM Southampton University 2:57 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $16
National Express 6h 10m 9:05 AM Southampton University 3:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $16
National Express 5h 43m 9:05 AM Southampton University 2:48 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $23
National Express 4h 13m 5:10 AM Southampton University 9:23 AM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $32

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 52m 9:05 AM Southampton University 2:57 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $16
National Express 6h 10m 9:05 AM Southampton University 3:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 5h 57m 9:05 AM Southampton University 3:02 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $23
National Express 5h 43m 9:05 AM Southampton University 2:48 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $23
National Express 6h 7m 9:25 PM Southampton Bus Station 2:32 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $27

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 43m 9:05 AM Southampton University 2:48 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $17
National Express 5h 57m 9:05 AM Southampton University 3:02 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $17
National Express 6h 10m 9:05 AM Southampton University 3:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 5h 52m 9:05 AM Southampton University 2:57 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $17
National Express 3h 50m 2:20 AM Southampton Bus Station 6:10 AM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $27

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 50m 2:20 AM Southampton Bus Station 6:10 AM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $27
National Express 3h 54m 5:35 AM Southampton Bus Station 9:29 AM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $27
National Express 5h 25m 7:00 AM Southampton Bus Station 12:25 PM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $27
National Express 4h 40m 8:45 AM Southampton Bus Station 1:25 PM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $27
National Express 4h 40m 10:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:55 PM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Brighton via London Gatwick Airport, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Southern
      3h 43m
      0
      5:38 AM
      Southampton
      Central Station
      8:40 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      Southern
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 36m
      0
      8:45 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal
      9:21 AM
      Brighton
      Preston Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 7m shorter, and you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 52m 2:20 AM Southampton Bus Station 6:12 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $27
National Express 3h 56m 5:35 AM Southampton Bus Station 9:31 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $27
National Express 5h 27m 7:00 AM Southampton Bus Station 12:27 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $27
National Express 4h 42m 8:45 AM Southampton Bus Station 1:27 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $27
National Express 4h 42m 10:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:57 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Brighton via London Gatwick Airport, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Southern
      3h 43m
      0
      5:38 AM
      Southampton
      Central Station
      8:40 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      Southern
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 36m
      0
      8:45 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal
      9:21 AM
      Brighton
      Preston Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 9m shorter, and you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 17m 4:40 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:57 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $47
National Express 4h 12m 4:40 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:52 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $47
National Express 4h 30m 4:40 PM Southampton Bus Station 9:10 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $47
National Express 4h 3m 4:40 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:43 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $47
National Express 4h 10m 4:40 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:50 PM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $47
  • Did you know that if you travel from Shoreham-by-Sea to Southampton via Brighton, you can save more than $43? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 91%
      0h 20m
      0 mi
      2:05 AM
      Shoreham-by-Sea
      High St
      2:25 AM
      Brighton
      Pool Valley Coach Station
      50 mi
      Southampton
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Brighton via London Gatwick Airport, you can save more than $28? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Southern
      3h 43m
      0
      5:38 AM
      Southampton
      Central Station
      8:40 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      Southern
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 36m
      0
      8:45 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal
      9:21 AM
      Brighton
      Preston Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 0h 20m shorter, and you will save $28

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Southampton to Brighton is $16 on 10/23/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Brighton

See here how frequent the connections between Southampton and Brighton are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 98 daily buses from Southampton to Brighton. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 75 daily coaches between Southampton and Brighton.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 168 buses from Southampton to Brighton, while Night sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Brighton, with 94 offers.

Facts about the bus from Southampton to Brighton

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 81 times every day by bus from Southampton to Brighton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Brighton starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 3h 18m
Earliest Bus 2:20 AM
Latest Bus 9:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes 81 Ø
Distance 55.6 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Southampton to Brighton

Every day, 81 buses from 1 bus companies leave Southampton for Brighton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 10/18
Monday 10/19
Tuesday 10/20
Wednesday 10/21
Thursday 10/22
Friday 10/23
$16
Saturday 10/24
$19
Sunday 10/25
$36
Monday 10/26
$27
Tuesday 10/27
$27
Wednesday 10/28
$31
Thursday 10/29
$27
Friday 10/30
$19
Saturday 10/31
$16
Sunday 11/01
$38
Monday 11/02
$32
Tuesday 11/03
$32
Wednesday 11/04
$32
Thursday 11/05
$32
Friday 11/06
$32
Saturday 11/07
$17
Sunday 11/08
$17
Monday 11/09
$27
Tuesday 11/10
$27
Wednesday 11/11
$27
Thursday 11/12
$27
Friday 11/13
Saturday 11/14

The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Brighton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Brighton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $16, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Southampton to Brighton. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $27.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Brighton, with $16. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $27.

How to save money travelling from Southampton to Brighton

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Southampton to Brighton in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Southampton to Brighton, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Southampton to Brighton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Brighton

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Southampton and Brighton.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Southampton to Brighton? Compare all modes of transports from Southampton to Brighton.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Brighton

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Southampton to Brighton? Or which bus companies serve the route Southampton to Brighton? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Southampton to Brighton bus

How much does a Southampton Brighton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 5h 57m to reach Brighton. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Southampton to Brighton?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $72. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Brighton.

On average, how many connections are available from Southampton to Brighton each day?

Every day, the Southampton to Brighton bus route is served by approximately 81 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Southampton to Brighton take?

The fastest bus from Southampton to Brighton is offered by National Express and takes 3h 18m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $32. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Brighton?

The earliest bus arriving in Brighton from Southampton starts at 2:20 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Southampton to Brighton?

The latest bus trip departing from Southampton for Brighton starts at 9:25 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Southampton Brighton route?

When traveling by bus from Southampton to Brighton, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Brighton?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton and Brighton by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Southampton to Brighton bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Southampton Brighton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Southampton Brighton bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Southampton to Brighton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Southampton to Brighton?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 81 daily trips between Southampton and Brighton. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Southampton to Brighton?

Prices and availability for 81 trips between Southampton and Brighton change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Southampton to Brighton

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Southampton and to Brighton

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