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What is the best way to travel from Preston to Brighton?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights to Brighton from Preston. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
11h 8m
£47
£51
10
Train
5h 54m
£115
£115
4
Flight
3h 10m
£44
£102
37

What is the cheapest way to reach Brighton from Preston?

You can reach Brighton with just £44 by taking a Flight from Ryanair, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £48
Monday
from £44
Tuesday
from £47
Wednesday
from £46
Thursday
Friday
from £56
Saturday
from £48

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    11h 26m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:01
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 24m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:59
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 45m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:20
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 18m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:53
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 55m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    10:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £110
  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 35m
    0
    21:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £111
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 25m
    0
    21:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:50
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £111
  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 35m
    0
    21:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    10:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £111

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    9h 20m
    0
    23:55
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    09:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £44
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    11h 30m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:05
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    11h 26m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:01
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    11h 24m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:59
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    11h 45m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:20
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    19h 5m
    0
    06:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    01:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £50
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 15m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    10:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 20m
    0
    11:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £76
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 15m
    0
    19:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    22:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £89

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    22:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £46
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 55m
    0
    13:55
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    19:50
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £49
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 35m
    0
    12:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £57
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    13h 5m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:20
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £58
  • National Express
    12h 52m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:07
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £58
  • National Express
    12h 38m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    15:53
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £58
  • National Express
    12h 45m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £58

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    11h 8m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:43
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56
  • National Express
    11h 14m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:49
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56
  • National Express
    11h 16m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:51
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56
  • National Express
    11h 35m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:10
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 45m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £85
  • Ryanair
    3h 45m
    0
    14:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    18:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £93
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 20m
    0
    10:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £103
  • EasyJet Airline
    15h 45m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    22:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £106

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    11h 16m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:51
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 20m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:55
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 35m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:10
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 8m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:43
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Northern
    6h 37m
    0
    05:50
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:27
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £115
  • Northern
    6h 16m
    0
    12:11
    Preston
    Central Station
    18:27
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £115
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 54m
    0
    12:03
    Preston
    Central Station
    17:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115
  • TransPennine Express
    6h 10m
    0
    12:47
    Preston
    Central Station
    18:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £115
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    3h 55m
    0
    18:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    22:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £119
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 35m
    0
    11:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    18:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £151
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 0m
    0
    06:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £156
  • Ryanair
    3h 50m
    0
    13:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £165

What are the fastest trips from Preston to Brighton?

You can get to Brighton from Preston in just 3h 10m with a Flight from Loganair. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 3h 55m
Monday
from 4h 15m
Tuesday
from 3h 15m
Wednesday
from 3h 35m
Thursday
Friday
from 3h 45m
Saturday
from 3h 10m

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 55m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    10:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £110
  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 35m
    0
    21:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £111
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 25m
    0
    21:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:50
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £111
  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 35m
    0
    21:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    10:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £111
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    11h 18m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:53
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 24m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:59
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 26m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:01
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 30m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:05
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72
  • Ryanair
    9h 20m
    0
    23:55
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    09:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £44

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 15m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    10:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 15m
    0
    19:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    22:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £89
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 20m
    0
    11:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £76
  • Ryanair
    19h 5m
    0
    06:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    01:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £50
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    11h 18m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:53
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    11h 24m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:59
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    11h 26m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:01
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    11h 30m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    10:05
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 35m
    0
    12:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £57
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    22:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £46
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 55m
    0
    13:55
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    19:50
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £49
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    12h 38m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    15:53
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £58
  • National Express
    12h 45m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £58
  • National Express
    12h 47m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:02
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £58
  • National Express
    12h 52m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:07
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £58

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    3h 45m
    0
    14:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    18:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £93
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 20m
    0
    10:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £103
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 45m
    0
    13:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £85
  • EasyJet Airline
    15h 45m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    22:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £106
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    11h 8m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:43
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56
  • National Express
    11h 14m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:49
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56
  • National Express
    11h 16m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:51
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56
  • National Express
    11h 20m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:55
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £56

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Loganair
    3h 10m
    0
    11:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    14:15
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £270
  • Ryanair
    3h 50m
    0
    13:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:40
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £165
  • Ryanair
    3h 55m
    0
    18:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    22:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £119
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 0m
    0
    06:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £156
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 54m
    0
    12:03
    Preston
    Central Station
    17:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115
  • TransPennine Express
    6h 10m
    0
    12:47
    Preston
    Central Station
    18:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £115
  • Northern
    6h 16m
    0
    12:11
    Preston
    Central Station
    18:27
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £115
  • Northern
    6h 37m
    0
    05:50
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:27
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £115
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    11h 8m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:43
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 14m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:49
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 16m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:51
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    11h 20m
    0
    22:35
    Preston
    Coach Station
    09:55
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Preston to Brighton

What are the most popular stations in Preston and Brighton?

In Preston, you will usually depart from Central Station, Wyre Street Bus Stop or Coach Station, while in Brighton you will be arriving at Central Station, University Falmer Station or Moulsecoomb Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Brighton from Preston? With 8 connections between 4 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Preston and Brighton, you can pay as low as £44 with a Flight from Ryanair.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Loganair: you will get to Brighton in just 3h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Preston and Brighton are National Express, EasyJet Airline and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

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One last tip? Even if you live in Preston and Brighton is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bamber Bridge or to Hove, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at London Gatwick Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Preston to Brighton?

The most popular companies between Preston and Brighton, are National Express, EasyJet Airline and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Northern, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Preston to Brighton

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Preston to Brighton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Preston to Brighton

How can I reach Brighton from Preston?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Brighton from Preston.

How far is Brighton from Preston?

The distance between Preston and Brighton is 370.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Preston and Brighton?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 63 kgs, and a flight 91 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Preston to Brighton?

You can get to Brighton with just £44 by taking a Flight from Ryanair.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Brighton?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Brighton in just 3h 10m with a Flight from Loganair.

More routes to Preston and to Brighton

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Preston and to Brighton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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