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

today
£28
tomorrow
£28
Wednesday
£28
Thursday
£28
Friday
£28
Saturday
£28
Sunday
£29

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 22m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £28
National Express 8h 13m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £28
National Express 8h 40m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 8h 27m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 14:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £28
National Express 7h 27m 11:55 Colchester East Hill House 19:22 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 40m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 7h 55m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 8h 13m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £28
National Express 7h 33m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:43 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £28
National Express 8h 22m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 22m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £28
National Express 7h 37m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:47 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £28
National Express 8h 40m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 7h 55m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 8h 13m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Brighton via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 18m
      0
      05:35
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      07:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 53m
      0
      08:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      10:53
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 2h 19m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 13m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £28
National Express 8h 40m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 8h 22m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £28
National Express 8h 27m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 14:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £28
National Express 7h 33m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:43 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Brighton via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 18m
      0
      05:35
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      07:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 53m
      0
      08:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      10:53
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 2h 15m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 27m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 14:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £28
National Express 7h 42m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:52 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £28
National Express 8h 40m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 7h 55m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 8h 22m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Brighton via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 18m
      0
      05:35
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      07:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 53m
      0
      08:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      10:53
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 2h 24m shorter, and 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 7h 42m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:52 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £28
National Express 7h 37m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:47 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £28
National Express 7h 33m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:43 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £28
National Express 7h 55m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 22:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 6h 40m 16:40 Colchester East Hill House 23:20 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Brighton via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 18m
      0
      05:35
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      07:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 53m
      0
      08:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      10:53
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 1h 22m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 27m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 12:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £29
National Express 7h 42m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:52 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £29
National Express 6h 40m 16:40 Colchester East Hill House 23:20 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £29
National Express 6h 13m 05:35 Colchester East Hill House 11:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £29
National Express 7h 33m 14:10 Colchester East Hill House 21:43 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Colchester to Brighton via London, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 18m
      0
      05:35
      Colchester
      East Hill House
      07:50
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 53m
      0
      08:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      10:53
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save £9

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Colchester to Brighton is £28 on 03/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Colchester and Brighton

See here how frequent the connections between Colchester and Brighton are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily coaches from Colchester to Brighton. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 24 daily coaches between Colchester and Brighton.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 56 coaches from Colchester to Brighton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Brighton, with 28 offers.

Facts about coaches from Colchester to Brighton

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 27 times every day by bus from Colchester to Brighton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Brighton starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus £28
Fastest Bus 5h 58m
Earliest Coach 05:35
Latest Coach 18:40
Daily Bus Connections 27 Ø
Distance 138.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Colchester to Brighton

Every day, 27 buses from 1 coach companies leave Colchester for Brighton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
£28
Tuesday 04/08
£28
Wednesday 05/08
£28
Thursday 06/08
£28
Friday 07/08
£28
Saturday 08/08
£28
Sunday 09/08
£29
Monday 10/08
£28
Tuesday 11/08
£28
Wednesday 12/08
£28
Thursday 13/08
£28
Friday 14/08
£28
Saturday 15/08
£29
Sunday 16/08
£28
Monday 17/08
£29
Tuesday 18/08
£28
Wednesday 19/08
£28
Thursday 20/08
£28
Friday 21/08
£29
Saturday 22/08
£29
Sunday 23/08
Monday 24/08
£29
Tuesday 25/08
£28
Wednesday 26/08
£28
Thursday 27/08
£28
Friday 28/08
£34
Saturday 29/08
£28
Sunday 30/08

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Brighton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Brighton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £28, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Colchester to Brighton. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £28.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Brighton, with £28. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £34.

How to save money travelling from Colchester 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 Colchester 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 Colchester 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 coaches from Colchester to Brighton are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Colchester to Brighton

These are the most booked bus companies between Colchester to Brighton from our users.

National Express from Colchester to Brighton

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Colchester to Brighton:

Cheapest Price £28
Fastest Coach 5h 58m
Earliest Coach 05:35
Last Coach 18:40
Daily Connections 27 Ø
Found on 10/07/2026

All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Brighton

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Colchester and Brighton.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Colchester to Brighton

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

FAQs about the Colchester to Brighton bus

How much does a Colchester - Brighton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Colchester - Brighton bus trip is available from £28 and takes 8h 22m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Colchester to Brighton is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £42. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Colchester - Brighton route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Colchester to Brighton is offered by roughly 27 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Brighton from Colchester take?

The quickest coach from Colchester to Brighton is provided by National Express and takes 5h 58m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £36. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Brighton?

The earliest bus to Brighton departs from Colchester at 05:35. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Colchester to Brighton?

The latest bus to Brighton departs from Colchester at 18:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Colchester - Brighton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Colchester to Brighton can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Brighton?

You can check all the direct connections between Colchester 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 bus to Brighton from Colchester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Colchester Brighton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Colchester 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 travelling 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 Colchester to Brighton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Colchester 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 27 daily trips between Colchester 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 Colchester to Brighton?

Prices and availability for 27 trips between Colchester 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 Colchester to Brighton

Economy
Economy

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

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