- Must visit
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Museum inside the Royal Pavilion Estate covering Brighton’s history, fashion, art, and design in one of the city’s core heritage sites.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Brighton will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 25 buses that leave Luton for Brighton on Fri, Jul 31, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Brighton:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Brighton costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Brighton take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 3h 11m versus 1h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Brighton buses for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX240 · NX025 | 12:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h05 | 4:20 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 1:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h55 | 5:25 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 3:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h15 | 7:40 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 4:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h30 | 8:35 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 5:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h00 | 9:20 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 7:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h30 | 11:30 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Luton | 2h50 | 11:05 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Luton | 3h00 | 11:15 PM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX231 · NX025 | 9:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h35 | 12:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX231 · NX025 | 10:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h35 | 2:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Luton | 2h50 | 1:15 AM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Luton | 3h00 | 1:25 AM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NXA2 · NX025 | 11:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h30 | 3:35 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NXA2 · NX025 | 11:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h00 | 4:35 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
NXA2 · NX025 | 12:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h25 | 4:35 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 1:50 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h35 | 6:25 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 3:50 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h15 | 8:05 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 6:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h15 | 10:20 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 8:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h05 | 12:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Luton | 3h15 | 12:30 PM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Luton | 3h05 | 12:20 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX025 | 9:40 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h35 | 2:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX025 | 11:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h50 | 3:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Luton | 3h20 | 2:55 PM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Luton | 3h10 | 2:45 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Luton to Brighton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Brighton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brighton trip today.
Museum inside the Royal Pavilion Estate covering Brighton’s history, fashion, art, and design in one of the city’s core heritage sites.
Elegant historic house displaying decorative art, period interiors, and changing exhibitions. Strong choice for design and Regency culture.
Leading contemporary art gallery in the Royal Pavilion Estate, showing international artists and thought-provoking modern exhibitions.
Historic maze of narrow alleys filled with independent shops and old buildings. Essential for atmosphere, strolling, and Brighton character.
Open-air shopping district known for colourful streets, murals, markets, and creative independent culture. Popular with locals and visitors alike.
Wide seafront promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and sea views, linking major Brighton attractions along the coast.
Fresh local cod or haddock in crisp batter with chips. A British seaside staple strongly associated with Brighton’s beachfront food culture.
Kippers are herring split, salted and cold-smoked. Traditionally eaten for breakfast on the south coast and valued for their rich smoky flavour.
A Sussex pub classic of slow-braised beef cooked in dark ale, often with root vegetables. It reflects the county’s strong brewing and farming traditions.
Elegant fine dining destination in The Lanes serving refined tasting menus with strong local sourcing and a calm intimate atmosphere.
Well-known independent pizzeria using wood-fired ovens and quality toppings. Casual, lively and popular for a relaxed meal near the seafront.
Acclaimed modern British restaurant with tasting menus, polished service and creative seasonal cooking in central Brighton.
Brighton is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels, seafront dining, and attractions add up, though buses and casual eats help keep daily costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafes is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Brighton by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Brighton buses use the Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station to Brighton, Preston Circus station pair, with some services arriving at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church). Use this guide to compare Luton and Brighton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need