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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 on Oct 20
$21
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$67
Fastest journey on Oct 20
3 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
4 h
Buses on Oct 20
50
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Brighton will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Brighton without transferring at least once.
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TALGW · NX025
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TALGW · NX025Buses from Oxford to Brighton run on average 55 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Buses per day 55 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:01AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 4h24 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:03AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 4h12 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:02PM | Duration 4h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 4h12 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:02PM | Duration 4h12 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:57PM | Duration 4h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:07PM | Duration 4h17 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:52PM | Duration 4h32 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Brighton buses for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TALHR · NX025 | 9:55 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h40 | 2:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 9:55 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h50 | 2:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 9:55 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h42 | 2:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 11:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h55 | 3:25 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 11:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 3:35 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 11:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h00 | 3:30 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 20 | |||||
OLOXT · NX025 | 12:01 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h24 | 4:25 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
OLOXT · NX025 | 12:01 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h34 | 4:35 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
OLOXT · NX025 | 12:01 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h29 | 4:30 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h35 | 7:00 AM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h25 | 6:50 AM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 2:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h00 | 6:15 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 2:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 6:20 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 2:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 6:25 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 5:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h20 | 9:50 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 5:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 9:40 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 5:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 9:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 6:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 11:15 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 6:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h11 | 11:01 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 6:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 11:05 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 8:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 12:35 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 8:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h02 | 12:32 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 8:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 12:45 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 9:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 1:35 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 9:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h02 | 1:32 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 9:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 1:45 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 10:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 3:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 10:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h12 | 3:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 10:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 3:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 12:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h20 | 4:50 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 12:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h07 | 4:37 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 12:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 4:40 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h37 | 6:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h40 | 6:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 1:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h50 | 6:40 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 3:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h27 | 7:57 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 3:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 8:00 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 3:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h40 | 8:10 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h27 | 8:57 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 9:00 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALGW · NX025 | 4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h40 | 9:10 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 5:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h45 | 10:05 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 5:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 9:55 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 5:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h32 | 9:52 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h07 | 11:22 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h05 | 11:20 PM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 7:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h15 | 11:30 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 8:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h20 | 12:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 8:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 12:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z) | 1 transfer | |
TALHR · NX025 | 8:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h22 | 12:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) | 1 transfer | |
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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 Oxford 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 Oxford to Brighton buses use the Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station to Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) station pair, with some services arriving at Brighton, Preston Circus. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Brighton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), The Four Candles (0.2 km), The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
Available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church). ATMs are available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church).
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church).
Available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church): Basic accessibility features available.
Brighton, Preston Circus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Preston Circus. ATMs are available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Buses with accessibility features serve this stop.
Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snacks and drinks available at nearby shops.
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road. ATMs are available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road.
Available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road: Station accessible with ramps and lifts.
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