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

today
£18
tomorrow
£22
Wednesday
£16
Thursday
£16
Friday
£23
Saturday
£18
Sunday
£18

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 8m 15:35 Portsmouth International Port 21:43 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £18
National Express 6h 12m 15:35 Portsmouth International Port 21:47 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £18
National Express 6h 17m 15:35 Portsmouth International Port 21:52 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £18
National Express 6h 30m 15:35 Portsmouth International Port 22:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 4h 24m 16:29 Portsmouth University 20:53 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 40m 19:55 Portsmouth University 00:35 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £22
National Express 4h 37m 19:55 Portsmouth University 00:32 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £22
National Express 4h 50m 19:55 Portsmouth University 00:45 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 33m 19:55 Portsmouth University 00:28 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £22
National Express 6h 2m 15:05 Portsmouth International Port 21:07 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Portsmouth to Brighton via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 18m
      0
      19:55
      Portsmouth
      University
      21:35
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 33m
      0
      21:40
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      23:13
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 15:05 Portsmouth International Port 21:20 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 5h 48m 15:05 Portsmouth International Port 20:53 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £16
National Express 6h 2m 15:05 Portsmouth International Port 21:07 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £16
National Express 5h 57m 15:05 Portsmouth International Port 21:02 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £16
National Express 6h 15m 08:00 Portsmouth International Port 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £17

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 57m 15:05 Portsmouth International Port 21:02 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £16
National Express 6h 2m 15:05 Portsmouth International Port 21:07 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £16
National Express 6h 15m 15:05 Portsmouth International Port 21:20 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 5h 48m 15:05 Portsmouth International Port 20:53 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £16
National Express 5h 57m 08:00 Portsmouth International Port 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 40m 19:55 Portsmouth University 00:35 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £23
National Express 4h 33m 19:55 Portsmouth University 00:28 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £23
National Express 4h 50m 19:55 Portsmouth University 00:45 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 4h 37m 19:55 Portsmouth University 00:32 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £23
National Express 6h 12m 15:35 Portsmouth International Port 21:47 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Portsmouth to Brighton via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 18m
      0
      19:55
      Portsmouth
      University
      21:35
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 33m
      0
      21:40
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      23:13
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 7m 07:50 Portsmouth International Port 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £18
National Express 6h 12m 15:35 Portsmouth International Port 21:47 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £18
National Express 5h 58m 07:50 Portsmouth International Port 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £18
National Express 6h 8m 15:35 Portsmouth International Port 21:43 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £18
National Express 6h 12m 07:50 Portsmouth International Port 14:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Portsmouth to Brighton via Guildford, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 48m
      0
      10:05
      Portsmouth
      The Hard Interchange
      10:55
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 2h 30m
    • National Express
      5h 28m
      0
      13:25
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      18:53
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 2h 50m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 7m 07:50 Portsmouth International Port 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £18
National Express 6h 12m 15:35 Portsmouth International Port 21:47 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £18
National Express 6h 25m 07:50 Portsmouth International Port 14:15 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 6h 30m 15:35 Portsmouth International Port 22:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 5h 58m 07:50 Portsmouth International Port 13:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Portsmouth to Brighton via Guildford, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 23m
      0
      07:30
      Portsmouth
      International Port
      08:20
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 2h 35m
    • National Express
      4h 58m
      0
      10:55
      Guildford
      Egerton Road
      15:53
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 2h 25m longer, but you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Portsmouth to Brighton is £16 on 05/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Portsmouth and Brighton

See here how frequent the connections between Portsmouth and Brighton are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 75 daily coaches from Portsmouth to Brighton. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 66 daily coaches between Portsmouth and Brighton.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 154 coaches from Portsmouth to Brighton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Portsmouth and Brighton, with 91 offers.

Facts about coaches from Portsmouth to Brighton

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 69 times every day by bus from Portsmouth to Brighton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Portsmouth to Brighton starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 3h 38m
Earliest Coach 05:20
Latest Coach 20:15
Daily Bus Connections 69 Ø
Distance 66.5 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Portsmouth to Brighton

Every day, 69 buses from 1 coach companies leave Portsmouth 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
£19
Tuesday 04/08
£22
Wednesday 05/08
£19
Thursday 06/08
£19
Friday 07/08
£23
Saturday 08/08
£19
Sunday 09/08
£19
Monday 10/08
£19
Tuesday 11/08
£19
Wednesday 12/08
£19
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
£19
Saturday 15/08
£22
Sunday 16/08
£19
Monday 17/08
£19
Tuesday 18/08
£19
Wednesday 19/08
£19
Thursday 20/08
£19
Friday 21/08
£19
Saturday 22/08
£19
Sunday 23/08
Monday 24/08
£19
Tuesday 25/08
£19
Wednesday 26/08
£19
Thursday 27/08
£20
Friday 28/08
£19
Saturday 29/08
£20
Sunday 30/08

The cheapest time to travel from Portsmouth to Brighton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Portsmouth to Brighton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Portsmouth to Brighton. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £19.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Portsmouth to Brighton, with £16. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £19.

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

Beloved bus companies from Portsmouth to Brighton

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

National Express from Portsmouth to Brighton

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £16
Fastest Coach 3h 38m
Earliest Coach 05:20
Last Coach 20:15
Daily Connections 69 Ø
Found on 31/07/2026

All bus stations and stops in Portsmouth and Brighton

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Portsmouth to Brighton

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

FAQs about the Portsmouth to Brighton bus

How much does a Portsmouth - Brighton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Portsmouth - Brighton bus trip is available from £16 and takes 6h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Portsmouth to Brighton is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £47. 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 Portsmouth - Brighton route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Portsmouth to Brighton is offered by roughly 69 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Brighton from Portsmouth take?

The quickest coach from Portsmouth to Brighton is provided by National Express and takes 3h 38m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £21. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Portsmouth to Brighton?

The earliest bus to Brighton departs from Portsmouth at 05:20. 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 Portsmouth to Brighton?

The latest bus to Brighton departs from Portsmouth at 20:15. 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 Portsmouth - Brighton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth and Brighton?

You can check all the direct connections between Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?

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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Brighton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Portsmouth 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 69 daily trips between Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Brighton?

Prices and availability for 69 trips between Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Brighton

Economy
Economy

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

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