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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$6

Average price

$12

Fastest journey

35 m

Average duration

41 m

Buses per day

68

Distance

37 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.

Fast buses

Of the 68 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Brighton on Thu, Jul 17, 68 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 37 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBusFlixBus
09:35AM0h55
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
10:30AMBrighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
$61One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:35AM0h45
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
10:20AMBrighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
$61One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:40PM0h55
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
08:35PMBrighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
$61One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:50PM0h45
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
08:35PMBrighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
$61One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:40PM0h45
Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)
08:25PMBrighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
$61One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 22 miles (37 km)

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€10

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Cheapest

€14

Average price

1h 22m

Average total duration

52m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

33m

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30m

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Brighton bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, July 16
Last updated at 2:50 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX0254:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
5:25 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0254:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
5:20 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0256:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
6:55 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0256:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h00
7:05 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0258:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
9:10 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0258:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
9:20 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0259:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h00
10:15 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0259:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
10:05 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02510:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
11:05 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02510:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
11:15 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02511:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
12:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02511:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
12:15 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02512:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
1:15 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02512:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
1:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0251:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
2:15 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0251:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
2:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0252:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
3:20 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0252:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
3:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0253:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
4:15 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0253:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
4:25 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0254:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h10
5:40 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0254:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h00
5:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0255:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h00
6:40 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0255:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
6:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0256:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
7:25 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0256:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h00
7:35 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0257:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h05
8:20 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0257:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
8:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0258:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
8:55 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0258:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
1h00
9:05 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0259:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
10:30 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0259:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
10:22 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02510:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
11:37 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02510:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
11:45 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
Thursday, July 17
national_expressNX02512:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
1:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02512:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
1:45 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX02512:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h47
1:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0251:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
2:25 AM Brighton, Preston Circus0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0251:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
2:30 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0251:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
2:35 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0252:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h50
3:30 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0252:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h55
3:35 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX0252:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
0h45
3:25 AM Brighton, Preston Circus0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton

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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Brighton run on average 46 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
22 miles (37 km)
Average bus duration
52m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Buses per day
46
Direct buses
46
Fastest bus
35m
First bus
01:00
Last bus
22:59
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Bus and Southern from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton

Buy your official National Express, Bus and Southern bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton from $11 (€9) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Brighton, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Brighton bus information:

  • Average Duration: 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: $11
  • National Express frequency: 12 a day

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