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Compare all timetables for the bus from Margate to Brighton

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

today
£10
tomorrow
£10
Tuesday
£10
Wednesday
£10
Thursday
£10
Friday
£10
Saturday
£10

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 53m 10:00 Margate Bus Stop 16:53 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 6h 53m 12:00 Margate Bus Stop 18:53 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 33m 15:40 Margate Bus Stop 23:13 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 6h 57m 10:00 Margate Bus Stop 16:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £10
National Express 6h 57m 12:00 Margate Bus Stop 18:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £10
  • Did you know that if you travel from Margate to Brighton via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 3m
      0
      06:45
      Margate
      Bus Stop
      09:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 2h 5m
    • National Express
      2h 48m
      0
      12:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      14:48
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 10m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 33m 06:15 Margate Bus Stop 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 3m 10:00 Margate Bus Stop 17:03 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 18m 12:00 Margate Bus Stop 19:18 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 48m 15:25 Margate Bus Stop 23:13 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 42m 06:15 Margate Bus Stop 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £10
  • Did you know that if you travel from Margate to Brighton via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 48m
      0
      15:55
      Margate
      Bus Stop
      18:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      2h 43m
      0
      19:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      21:43
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 30m 06:45 Margate Bus Stop 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 7h 40m 12:00 Margate Bus Stop 19:40 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 7h 35m 15:55 Margate Bus Stop 23:30 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 7h 17m 06:45 Margate Bus Stop 14:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £10
National Express 7h 27m 12:00 Margate Bus Stop 19:27 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £10
  • Did you know that if you travel from Margate to Brighton via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 48m
      0
      15:55
      Margate
      Bus Stop
      18:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      2h 43m
      0
      19:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      21:43
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 1h 29m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 12m 06:45 Margate Bus Stop 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £10
National Express 7h 22m 12:00 Margate Bus Stop 19:22 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £10
National Express 7h 22m 15:55 Margate Bus Stop 23:17 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £10
National Express 7h 3m 06:45 Margate Bus Stop 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 18m 12:00 Margate Bus Stop 19:18 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
  • Did you know that if you travel from Margate to Brighton via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 48m
      0
      15:55
      Margate
      Bus Stop
      18:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      2h 43m
      0
      19:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      21:43
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 3m 06:45 Margate Bus Stop 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 18m 12:00 Margate Bus Stop 19:18 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 18m 15:55 Margate Bus Stop 23:13 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 30m 06:45 Margate Bus Stop 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 7h 40m 12:00 Margate Bus Stop 19:40 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £10
  • Did you know that if you travel from Margate to Brighton via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 48m
      0
      15:55
      Margate
      Bus Stop
      18:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      2h 43m
      0
      19:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      21:43
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 0m 06:15 Margate Bus Stop 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 7h 25m 10:00 Margate Bus Stop 17:25 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 7h 33m 06:15 Margate Bus Stop 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 3m 10:00 Margate Bus Stop 17:03 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
National Express 7h 47m 06:15 Margate Bus Stop 14:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £10
  • Did you know that if you travel from Margate to Brighton via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 48m
      0
      15:55
      Margate
      Bus Stop
      18:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      2h 43m
      0
      19:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      21:43
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 20m 06:55 Margate Bus Stop 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 7h 50m 15:40 Margate Bus Stop 23:30 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 7h 7m 06:55 Margate Bus Stop 14:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £10
National Express 7h 40m 15:40 Margate Bus Stop 23:20 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £10
National Express 6h 53m 06:55 Margate Bus Stop 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £10
  • Did you know that if you travel from Margate to Brighton via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 33m
      0
      06:15
      Margate
      Bus Stop
      08:40
      London
      Eltham
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      2h 48m
      0
      09:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      11:48
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 1h 20m shorter, and you will save £1

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Margate to Brighton is £9 on 29/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Margate and Brighton

See here how frequent the connections between Margate and Brighton are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily coaches from Margate to Brighton. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Margate and Brighton.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 56 coaches from Margate to Brighton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Margate and Brighton, with 16 offers.

Facts about coaches from Margate to Brighton

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 16 times every day by bus from Margate to Brighton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Margate to Brighton starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus £9
Fastest Bus 6h 53m
Earliest Coach 10:00
Latest Coach 19:15
Daily Bus Connections 16 Ø
Distance 123.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Margate to Brighton

Every day, 16 buses from 1 coach companies leave Margate for Brighton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 10/08
Tuesday 11/08
Wednesday 12/08
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
Saturday 15/08
Sunday 16/08
£10
Monday 17/08
£10
Tuesday 18/08
£10
Wednesday 19/08
£10
Thursday 20/08
£10
Friday 21/08
£10
Saturday 22/08
£10
Sunday 23/08
Monday 24/08
£10
Tuesday 25/08
£10
Wednesday 26/08
£10
Thursday 27/08
£10
Friday 28/08
£10
Saturday 29/08
£9
Sunday 30/08
£9
Monday 31/08
Tuesday 01/09
£9
Wednesday 02/09
£9
Thursday 03/09
£9
Friday 04/09
£9
Saturday 05/09
£9
Sunday 06/09

The cheapest time to travel from Margate to Brighton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Margate to Brighton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £9, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Margate to Brighton. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £9.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Margate to Brighton, with £10. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £17.

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

Beloved bus companies from Margate to Brighton

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

National Express from Margate to Brighton

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £10
Fastest Coach 6h 53m
Earliest Coach 10:00
Last Coach 19:15
Daily Connections 16 Ø
Found on 23/07/2026

All bus stations and stops in Margate and Brighton

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Margate to Brighton

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

FAQs about the Margate to Brighton bus

How much does a Margate - Brighton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Margate - Brighton bus trip is available from £9 and takes 6h 53m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Margate to Brighton is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £20. 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 Margate - Brighton route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Margate to Brighton is offered by roughly 16 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Brighton from Margate take?

The quickest coach from Margate to Brighton is provided by National Express and takes 6h 53m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £10. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Margate to Brighton?

The earliest bus to Brighton departs from Margate at 10:00. 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 Margate to Brighton?

The latest bus to Brighton departs from Margate at 19:15. 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 Margate - Brighton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Margate 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 Margate and Brighton?

You can check all the direct connections between Margate 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 Margate?

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 Margate 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 Margate 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 Margate to Brighton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Margate 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 16 daily trips between Margate 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 Margate to Brighton?

Prices and availability for 16 trips between Margate 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 Margate to Brighton

Economy
Economy

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

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