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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Brighton to Southampton from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today

$25

tomorrow

$16

Tuesday

$16

Wednesday

$20

Thursday

$17

Friday

$21

Saturday

$16

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 55m	12:05 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	4:00 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/1/2026 12:05:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/1/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	4h 35m	1:05 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	5:40 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/1/2026 1:05:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/1/2026 5:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
National Express	4h 25m	3:05 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	7:30 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/1/2026 3:05:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/1/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	4h 20m	5:10 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	9:30 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/1/2026 5:10:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/1/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
National Express	4h 20m	7:30 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	11:50 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/1/2026 7:30:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/1/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Southampton via London Gatwick Airport, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  4h 34m
  
  0
  
  6:26 AM
  
  Brighton
  Withdean Park
  
  7:15 AM
  
  London Gatwick Airport
  London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Withdean Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/3/2026 6:26:00 AM to London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/3/2026 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 49m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 10m
  
  0
  
  7:50 AM
  
  London Gatwick Airport
  London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal
  
  11:00 AM
  
  Southampton
  University
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $16
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal, London Gatwick Airport (United Kingdom) at 11/3/2026 7:50:00 AM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/3/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Travel time is 0h 39m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 45m	11:15 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/2/2026 11:15:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/3/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	11h 40m	11:20 PM	Brighton	Preston Circus	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/2/2026 11:20:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/3/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
National Express	11h 37m	11:23 PM	Brighton	Preston Park	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/2/2026 11:23:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/3/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 37m
National Express	11h 33m	11:27 PM	Brighton	Patcham Place	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Patcham Place, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/2/2026 11:27:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/3/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 33m
National Express	5h 5m	6:15 AM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	11:20 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/2/2026 6:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/2/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 45m	11:15 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/3/2026 11:15:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/4/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	11h 40m	11:20 PM	Brighton	Preston Circus	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/3/2026 11:20:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/4/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
National Express	11h 37m	11:23 PM	Brighton	Preston Park	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/3/2026 11:23:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/4/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 37m
National Express	11h 33m	11:27 PM	Brighton	Patcham Place	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Patcham Place, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/3/2026 11:27:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/4/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 33m
National Express	5h 5m	6:15 AM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	11:20 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/3/2026 6:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/3/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 45m	11:15 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/4/2026 11:15:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/5/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	11h 40m	11:20 PM	Brighton	Preston Circus	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/4/2026 11:20:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/5/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
National Express	11h 37m	11:23 PM	Brighton	Preston Park	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/4/2026 11:23:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/5/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 37m
National Express	11h 33m	11:27 PM	Brighton	Patcham Place	11:00 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Patcham Place, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/4/2026 11:27:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/5/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 33m
National Express	5h 5m	6:15 AM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	11:20 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/4/2026 6:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/4/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 15m	11:15 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/5/2026 11:15:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/6/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
National Express	11h 10m	11:20 PM	Brighton	Preston Circus	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/5/2026 11:20:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/6/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
National Express	11h 7m	11:23 PM	Brighton	Preston Park	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/5/2026 11:23:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/6/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 7m
National Express	11h 3m	11:27 PM	Brighton	Patcham Place	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Patcham Place, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/5/2026 11:27:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/6/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 3m
National Express	4h 55m	8:05 AM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	1:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/5/2026 8:05:00 AM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/5/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 15m	11:15 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/6/2026 11:15:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/7/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
National Express	11h 10m	11:20 PM	Brighton	Preston Circus	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/6/2026 11:20:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/7/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
National Express	11h 7m	11:23 PM	Brighton	Preston Park	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/6/2026 11:23:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/7/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 7m
National Express	11h 3m	11:27 PM	Brighton	Patcham Place	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Patcham Place, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/6/2026 11:27:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/7/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 3m
National Express	3h 50m	10:10 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	2:00 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/6/2026 10:10:00 PM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/7/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 15m	11:15 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/7/2026 11:15:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/8/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
National Express	11h 10m	11:20 PM	Brighton	Preston Circus	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/7/2026 11:20:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/8/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
National Express	11h 7m	11:23 PM	Brighton	Preston Park	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/7/2026 11:23:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/8/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 7m
National Express	11h 3m	11:27 PM	Brighton	Patcham Place	10:30 AM	Southampton	University	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Patcham Place, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/7/2026 11:27:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/8/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 3m
National Express	3h 50m	10:10 PM	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	2:00 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) at 11/7/2026 10:10:00 PM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/8/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Brighton to Southampton is $16 on 11/3/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Brighton and Southampton

See here how frequent the connections between Brighton and Southampton are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 92 daily buses from Brighton to Southampton. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 69 daily coaches between Brighton and Southampton.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 208 buses from Brighton to Southampton, while Night sees the fewest connections between Brighton and Southampton, with 30 offers.

Facts about the bus from Brighton to Southampton

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 87 times every day by bus from Brighton to Southampton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Brighton to Southampton starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus	$16
Fastest Bus	3h 16m
Earliest Bus	12:05 PM
Latest Bus	11:27 PM
Daily Bus Routes	87 Ø
Distance	55.6 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Brighton to Southampton

Every day, 87 buses from 1 bus companies leave Brighton for Southampton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/01/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/01

$25

Monday 11/02

$32

Tuesday 11/03

$16

Wednesday 11/04

$32

Thursday 11/05

$32

Friday 11/06

$21

Saturday 11/07

$27

Sunday 11/08

$17

Monday 11/09

$16

Tuesday 11/10

$27

Wednesday 11/11

$27

Thursday 11/12

$17

Friday 11/13

Saturday 11/14

$16

Sunday 11/15

$16

Monday 11/16

$16

Tuesday 11/17

$27

Wednesday 11/18

$27

Thursday 11/19

$27

Friday 11/20

$17

Saturday 11/21

$27

Sunday 11/22

$16

Monday 11/23

$27

Tuesday 11/24

$27

Wednesday 11/25

$27

Thursday 11/26

$23

Friday 11/27

$27

Saturday 11/28

The cheapest time to travel from Brighton to Southampton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brighton to Southampton, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $16, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Brighton to Southampton. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $20.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brighton to Southampton, with $16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $32.

How to save money travelling from Brighton to Southampton

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 Brighton to Southampton 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 Brighton to Southampton, 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 Brighton to Southampton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Brighton and Southampton

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

Patcham Place

London Road

Pool Valley Coach Station

Pool Valley 11-12

Preston Circus

Preston Road

Preston Park

Preston Road 223A

Central Bus Station

Bus Station

Harbour Parade 2

Solent University

East Park Terrace

University

Highfield Interchange Highfield Interchange

New Road

Port

Town Quay

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Brighton to Southampton? Compare all modes of transports from Brighton to Southampton.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Brighton to Southampton

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

FAQs about the Brighton to Southampton bus

How much does a Brighton Southampton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 11h 45m to reach Southampton. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $43. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Southampton.

On average, how many connections are available from Brighton to Southampton each day?

Every day, the Brighton to Southampton bus route is served by approximately 87 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Brighton to Southampton is offered by National Express and takes 3h 16m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $27. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brighton to Southampton?

The earliest bus arriving in Southampton from Brighton starts at 12:05 PM. 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 Brighton to Southampton?

The latest bus trip departing from Brighton for Southampton starts at 11:27 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 Brighton Southampton route?

When traveling by bus from Brighton to Southampton, 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 Brighton and Southampton?

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Brighton to Southampton?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 87 daily trips between Brighton and Southampton. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Brighton to Southampton?

Prices and availability for 87 trips between Brighton and Southampton change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Brighton and to Southampton

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Brighton and to Southampton. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!