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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Brighton from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
tomorrow
$17
Saturday
$17
Sunday
$28
Monday
$17
Tuesday
$19
Wednesday
$17

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 0m 5:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 12:30 AM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $17
National Express 7h 15m 5:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 12:45 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 7h 7m 5:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 12:37 AM Brighton York Place  Economy $17
National Express 7h 2m 5:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 12:32 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $17
National Express 7h 5m 5:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 12:35 AM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $17

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 1:53 PM Cardiff University 9:43 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $17
National Express 8h 20m 2:53 PM Cardiff University 11:13 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $17
National Express 7h 49m 1:58 PM Cardiff Gabalfa Interchange 9:47 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $17
National Express 8h 19m 2:58 PM Cardiff Gabalfa Interchange 11:17 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $17
National Express 8h 7m 1:58 PM Cardiff Gabalfa Interchange 10:05 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $17

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 5m 5:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 12:35 AM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $28
National Express 7h 2m 5:30 PM Cardiff Coach Station 12:32 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $28
National Express 7h 31m 3:20 AM Cardiff University 10:51 AM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $28
National Express 7h 7m 4:55 AM Cardiff University 12:02 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $28
National Express 7h 2m 6:00 AM Cardiff University 1:02 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Brighton via Newport (Wales), you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 30m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      4:30 PM
      Newport (Wales)
      Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • National Express
      6h 25m
      0
      6:05 PM
      Newport (Wales)
      Bus Station
      12:30 AM
      Brighton
      Withdean Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
    Travel time is 1h 28m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 32m 4:25 AM Cardiff University 11:57 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $17
National Express 8h 24m 2:53 PM Cardiff University 11:17 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $17
National Express 7h 50m 4:25 AM Cardiff University 12:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 8h 37m 2:53 PM Cardiff University 11:30 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $17
National Express 7h 23m 4:25 AM Cardiff University 11:48 AM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $17

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 55m 3:20 AM Cardiff University 11:15 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 7h 42m 1:38 PM Cardiff University 9:20 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 8h 52m 3:53 PM Cardiff University 12:45 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 7h 37m 3:20 AM Cardiff University 10:57 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $19
National Express 7h 24m 1:38 PM Cardiff University 9:02 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Brighton via Newport (Wales), you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 30m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Bus Stop
      4:30 PM
      Newport (Wales)
      Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • National Express
      6h 25m
      0
      6:05 PM
      Newport (Wales)
      Bus Station
      12:30 AM
      Brighton
      Withdean Park
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
    Travel time is 1h 6m longer, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 33m 3:20 AM Cardiff University 10:53 AM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $17
National Express 7h 35m 12:38 PM Cardiff University 8:13 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $17
National Express 8h 35m 3:53 PM Cardiff University 12:28 AM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $17
National Express 7h 41m 3:20 AM Cardiff University 11:01 AM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $17
National Express 7h 44m 12:38 PM Cardiff University 8:22 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $17

Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Brighton

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Brighton are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 190 daily buses from Cardiff to Brighton. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 107 daily coaches between Cardiff and Brighton.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 308 buses from Cardiff to Brighton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Brighton, with 96 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/24/2026 costs just $17, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Brighton

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 141 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Brighton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Brighton starting from $17!

Cheapest Bus $17
Fastest Bus 5h 3m
Earliest Bus 1:40 AM
Latest Bus 11:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 141 Ø
Distance 139.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Brighton

Every day, 141 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cardiff for Brighton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
$17
Saturday 07/25
$19
Sunday 07/26
$20
Monday 07/27
$17
Tuesday 07/28
$19
Wednesday 07/29
$25
Thursday 07/30
$23
Friday 07/31
$19
Saturday 08/01
$17
Sunday 08/02
$28
Monday 08/03
$17
Tuesday 08/04
$23
Wednesday 08/05
$17
Thursday 08/06
$17
Friday 08/07
$17
Saturday 08/08
$17
Sunday 08/09
$20
Monday 08/10
$17
Tuesday 08/11
$23
Wednesday 08/12
$24
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Brighton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Brighton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $17, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Brighton. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $20.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Brighton, with $17. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $24.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Brighton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Brighton

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Brighton

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

FAQs about the Cardiff to Brighton bus

How much does a Cardiff Brighton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $17 and takes 7h 0m to reach Brighton. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $17 and $77. 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 Cardiff to Brighton each day?

Every day, the Cardiff to Brighton bus route is served by approximately 141 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Brighton is offered by National Express and takes 5h 3m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $31. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Brighton?

The earliest bus arriving in Brighton from Cardiff starts at 1:40 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 Cardiff to Brighton?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Brighton starts at 11:40 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 Cardiff Brighton route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Brighton?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Brighton on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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