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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Brighton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept

Cheapest price on 28 Sept

18฿

Average ticket price on 28 Sept

58฿

Fastest journey on 28 Sept

3 h 52 m

Average journey duration on 28 Sept

3 h 56 m

Buses on 28 Sept

62

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Brighton will cost around 58฿ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 18฿.

Fast coaches

To travel from Oxford to Brighton you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:25 AM5h35
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    7:00 AMBrighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road
    18 ฿1One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:25 AM5h25
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    6:50 AMBrighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    18 ฿1One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressOLOXT · NX025
    12:03 AM4h27
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    4:30 AMBrighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)
    40 ฿1One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressOLOXT · NX025
    12:03 AM4h32
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    4:35 AMBrighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    40 ฿1One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressOLOXT · NX025
    12:03 AM4h22
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    4:25 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
    40 ฿1One-way
    1 change

Live departures

Oxford to Brighton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Brighton coaches for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressTALHR · NX0259:55 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h40
2:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0259:55 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
2:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0259:55 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h42
2:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX02511:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h55
3:25 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX02511:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h05
3:35 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX02511:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
3:30 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
Monday, 28 September
National ExpressOLOXT · NX02512:03 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h27
4:30 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressOLOXT · NX02512:03 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h32
4:35 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressOLOXT · NX02512:03 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h22
4:25 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h35
7:00 AM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:25 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h25
6:50 AM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0252:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
6:15 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0252:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h10
6:25 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0252:15 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h05
6:20 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0253:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h10
7:50 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0253:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
7:55 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0253:40 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
8:05 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0255:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h35
10:05 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0255:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
10:20 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0255:30 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h40
10:10 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0256:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
11:05 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0256:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h11
11:01 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0256:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
11:15 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0257:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h12
12:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0257:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
12:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0257:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
12:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0258:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
1:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0258:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
1:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0258:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h12
1:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0259:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h12
2:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0259:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
2:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0259:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
2:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX02510:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
3:05 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX02510:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
3:15 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX02510:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h12
3:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX02511:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h20
4:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX02511:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h17
4:07 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX02511:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h30
4:20 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX02512:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h25
5:15 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX02512:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h35
5:25 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX02512:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h22
5:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0251:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h37
6:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0251:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
6:40 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0251:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h40
6:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0253:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h57
7:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0253:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
7:30 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0253:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h10
7:40 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0254:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h55
8:25 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0254:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h52
8:22 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0254:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h05
8:35 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0254:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h17
9:07 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0254:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h20
9:10 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0254:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h30
9:20 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0255:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h32
9:52 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0255:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h45
10:05 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0255:20 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h35
9:55 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0257:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h15
11:30 PM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0257:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h07
11:22 PM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0257:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h05
11:20 PM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0258:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h30
12:45 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0258:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h20
12:35 AM Brighton, Preston Circus1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0258:15 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h22
12:37 AM Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Brighton

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Buses from Oxford to Brighton run on average 54 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 14฿ if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 2h 40m.

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
129 km
Average bus duration
3h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
14฿
Buses per day
54
Fastest bus
2h 40m
First bus
12:01 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
2 days
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, FlixBus from Oxford to BrightonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Brighton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as 14฿. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
14฿
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest National Express Price
36฿
National Express frequency
57 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Oxford to Brighton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Brighton by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Brighton can start from as little as 14฿ when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Brighton is 49฿; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Oxford to Brighton is 2h 40m to travel the 129 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Oxford to Brighton leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Brighton leaves at 11:45 pm.
There are 54 coaches a day from Oxford to Brighton which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to Brighton, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Brighton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Brighton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Oxford , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride . When arriving in Brighton , you can end your trip in coach stations like Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church), Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z), Brighton, Preston Circus, Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park), Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road, Brighton, Preston Park, Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station, Hove, Kingsway .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Brighton, York Place (St Peter's Church), located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Brighton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Brighton for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Brighton depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Brighton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Brighton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Oxford to Brighton. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Brighton with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Brighton

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.

Departure bus stations in Oxford
Arrival bus stations in Brighton

Which Oxford station do buses to Brighton leave from?

Buses from Oxford to Brighton leave from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. The station is from Oxford city centre at Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationGloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station from Oxford city centre

Bus400, N400 · 11m · 2฿ · every ~19 min

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station 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 and drink

Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), The Four Candles (0.2 km), The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford,Thornhill Park and Ride from Oxford city centre

BusX20, 120 · 20m · 4฿ · every ~10 min
Lgw, Lhr, 400, N400 · 23m · 4฿ · every ~30 min
400, N400 · 25m · 4฿ · every ~19 min

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