Bus and Coach from Leicester to Brighton: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Leicester to Brighton

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

today

tomorrow

£12

Friday

Saturday

£8

Sunday

£8

Monday

Tuesday

£8

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 55m	13:40	Leicester	Braunstone	20:35	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 13:40:00 to Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
National Express	6h 52m	13:30	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	20:22	Brighton	Preston Circus	Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 13:30:00 to Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 20:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 52m
National Express	6h 47m	13:30	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	20:17	Brighton	Preston Park	Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 13:30:00 to Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 20:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 47m
FlixBus	7h 50m	00:40	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	08:30	Brighton	Central Bus Station	Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 00:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 08:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
FlixBus	8h 25m	08:20	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	16:45	Brighton	Central Bus Station	Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 08:20:00 to Central Bus Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 16:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 47m	14:10	Leicester	Braunstone	20:57	Brighton	Preston Circus	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 14:10:00 to Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 20:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 47m
National Express	6h 42m	15:10	Leicester	Braunstone	21:52	Brighton	Preston Circus	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 15:10:00 to Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 21:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
National Express	6h 33m	14:10	Leicester	Braunstone	20:43	Brighton	Patcham Place	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 14:10:00 to Patcham Place, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 20:43:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 33m
FlixBus	7h 50m	00:40	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	08:30	Brighton	Central Bus Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 00:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 08:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
FlixBus	8h 5m	02:25	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	10:30	Brighton	Central Bus Station	Economy	£13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 02:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 2m	05:55	Leicester	Braunstone	11:57	Brighton	Preston Park	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 05:55:00 to Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 11:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 2m
National Express	6h 42m	14:10	Leicester	Braunstone	20:52	Brighton	Preston Park	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 14:10:00 to Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 20:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 42m
National Express	7h 37m	15:40	Leicester	Braunstone	23:17	Brighton	Preston Park	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 15:40:00 to Preston Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 23:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 37m
National Express	6h 7m	05:55	Leicester	Braunstone	12:02	Brighton	Preston Circus	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 05:55:00 to Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 12:02:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 7m
National Express	6h 47m	14:10	Leicester	Braunstone	20:57	Brighton	Preston Circus	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 14:10:00 to Preston Circus, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 20:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 47m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 55m	13:40	Leicester	Braunstone	20:35	Brighton	Pool Valley Coach Station	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 13:40:00 to Pool Valley Coach Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
National Express	6h 55m	06:00	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	12:55	Brighton	Withdean Park	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 06:00:00 to Withdean Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 12:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
National Express	6h 50m	08:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	14:55	Brighton	Withdean Park	Economy	£8	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 08:05:00 to Withdean Park, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 14:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
FlixBus	7h 50m	00:40	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	08:30	Brighton	Central Bus Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 00:40:00 to Central Bus Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 08:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
FlixBus	8h 5m	02:25	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	10:30	Brighton	Central Bus Station	Economy	£12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 02:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Brighton (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Leicester to Brighton is £8 on 07/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Leicester and Brighton

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

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 133 daily coaches from Leicester to Brighton. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 81 daily coaches between Leicester and Brighton.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 180 coaches from Leicester to Brighton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Brighton, with 54 offers.

Facts about coaches from Leicester to Brighton

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 114 times every day by bus from Leicester to Brighton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leicester to Brighton starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus	£8
Fastest Bus	5h 43m
Earliest Coach	00:40
Latest Coach	23:45
Daily Bus Connections	114 Ø
Distance	213.2 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Leicester to Brighton

Every day, 114 buses from 2 coach companies leave Leicester for Brighton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/02/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 03/02

Wednesday 04/02

Thursday 05/02

£12

Friday 06/02

Saturday 07/02

£11

Sunday 08/02

£10

Monday 09/02

Tuesday 10/02

£8

Wednesday 11/02

£8

Thursday 12/02

Friday 13/02

£8

Saturday 14/02

Sunday 15/02

Monday 16/02

Tuesday 17/02

Wednesday 18/02

Thursday 19/02

Friday 20/02

Saturday 21/02

Sunday 22/02

Monday 23/02

Tuesday 24/02

Wednesday 25/02

Thursday 26/02

Friday 27/02

Saturday 28/02

Sunday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Brighton

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

With a price starting from £8, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leicester to Brighton. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Brighton, with £8. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £14.

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

Beloved bus companies from Leicester to Brighton

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

FlixBus from Leicester to Brighton

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Leicester to Brighton:

Cheapest Price	£12
Fastest Coach	6h 55m
Earliest Coach	00:40
Last Coach	13:40
Daily Connections	8 Ø
Found on	04/02/2026

National Express from Leicester to Brighton

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

Cheapest Price	£8
Fastest Coach	5h 43m
Earliest Coach	03:45
Last Coach	23:45
Daily Connections	108 Ø
Found on	04/02/2026

All bus stations and stops in Leicester and Brighton

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

Braunstone

Narborough Road

Fosse Park

Fosse Park Ave

St. Margaret's Bus Station

Gravel St

Charles Street Bus Station

Gravel St 77

Patcham Place

London Road

Pool Valley Coach Station

Pool Valley 11-12

Preston Circus

Preston Road

Preston Park

Preston Road 223A

Central Bus Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leicester to Brighton

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

FAQs about the Leicester to Brighton bus

How much does a Leicester - Brighton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Leicester - Brighton bus trip is available from £8 and takes 6h 47m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Leicester to Brighton is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £54. 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 Leicester - Brighton route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Leicester to Brighton is offered by roughly 114 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Brighton from Leicester take?

The quickest coach from Leicester to Brighton is provided by National Express and takes 5h 43m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £40. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Brighton?

The earliest bus to Brighton departs from Leicester at 00:40. 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 Leicester to Brighton?

The latest bus to Brighton departs from Leicester at 23:45. 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 Leicester - Brighton route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Brighton?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester 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 FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Brighton from Leicester?

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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Brighton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Leicester 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 114 daily trips between Leicester 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 Leicester to Brighton?

Prices and availability for 114 trips between Leicester 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 Leicester to Brighton

Economy

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

More bus routes to Leicester and to Brighton

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