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Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Brighton

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

today
$25
tomorrow
Saturday
$24
Sunday
$25
Monday
Tuesday
$24
Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 32m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:52 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $25
National Express 5h 27m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:47 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $25
National Express 5h 45m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:05 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 5h 23m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:43 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $25
National Express 5h 35m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:55 PM Brighton York Place  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Brighton via London, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 38m
      0
      2:05 PM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      3:10 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 2h 50m
    • National Express
      2h 43m
      0
      6:00 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      8:43 PM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 25m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:45 PM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $24
National Express 5h 23m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:43 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $24
National Express 5h 45m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:05 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $24
National Express 5h 35m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:55 PM Brighton York Place  Economy $24
National Express 5h 32m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:52 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Brighton via London, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 38m
      0
      2:05 PM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      3:10 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 2h 50m
    • National Express
      2h 43m
      0
      6:00 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      8:43 PM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 22m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:57 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $25
National Express 5h 15m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:50 PM Brighton Withdean Park  Economy $25
National Express 5h 35m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:10 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 5h 17m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:52 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $25
National Express 5h 25m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:00 PM Brighton York Place  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Brighton via London, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 8m
      0
      2:05 PM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      3:10 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • National Express
      3h 13m
      0
      5:00 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      8:13 PM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 53m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 45m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:05 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $24
National Express 5h 27m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:47 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $24
National Express 5h 32m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:52 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $24
National Express 5h 23m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:43 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $24
National Express 5h 35m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:55 PM Brighton York Place  Economy $24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Brighton via London, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 48m
      0
      8:40 PM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      9:40 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      2h 28m
      0
      10:00 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      12:28 AM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel Time is 1h 35m shorter, and you will save $7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Reading to Brighton is $18 on 2/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Brighton

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Brighton are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 97 daily buses from Reading to Brighton. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 74 daily coaches between Reading and Brighton.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 153 buses from Reading to Brighton, while Night sees the fewest connections between Reading and Brighton, with 27 offers.

Facts about the bus from Reading to Brighton

Compare all providers like National Express and Rail Air that travel 87 times every day by bus from Reading to Brighton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Brighton starting from $18!

Cheapest Bus $18
Fastest Bus 2h 46m
Earliest Bus 4:55 AM
Latest Bus 11:03 PM
Daily Bus Routes 87 Ø
Distance 56.9 miles
Bus Companies National Express and Rail Air

Cheapest bus connections from Reading to Brighton

Every day, 87 buses from 2 bus companies leave Reading for Brighton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/29/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/25
Monday 01/26
Tuesday 01/27
Wednesday 01/28
Thursday 01/29
$25
Friday 01/30
Saturday 01/31
$24
Sunday 02/01
$25
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
$48
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 02/05
$48
Friday 02/06
Saturday 02/07
$24
Sunday 02/08
Monday 02/09
$18
Tuesday 02/10
Wednesday 02/11
Thursday 02/12
Friday 02/13
$18
Saturday 02/14
Sunday 02/15
Monday 02/16
Tuesday 02/17
Wednesday 02/18
Thursday 02/19
Friday 02/20
Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Brighton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Brighton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $24, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Reading to Brighton. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $25.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Brighton, with $18. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $48.

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

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Brighton

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Brighton

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

FAQs about the Reading to Brighton bus

How much does a Reading Brighton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $18 and takes 5h 25m to reach Brighton. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $79. 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 Reading to Brighton each day?

Every day, the Reading to Brighton 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 Reading to Brighton take?

The fastest bus from Reading to Brighton is offered by National Express and takes 2h 46m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $55. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Brighton?

The earliest bus arriving in Brighton from Reading starts at 4:55 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 Reading to Brighton?

The latest bus trip departing from Reading for Brighton starts at 11:03 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 Reading Brighton route?

When traveling by bus from Reading to Brighton, passengers can travel with National Express and Rail Air. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Brighton?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading 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 and Rail Air.

What can I take with me on the Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading to Brighton on your planned travel date.

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

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 Reading and Brighton. 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 Reading to Brighton?

Prices and availability for 87 trips between Reading and Brighton 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 Reading to Brighton

Economy
Economy

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

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