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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, Flights and Trains to Brighton from Preston. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
11h 28m
£33
£35
10
Train
3h 56m
£97
£116
6
Flight
3h 40m
£38
£108
48

What is the cheapest way to reach Brighton from Preston?

You can reach Brighton with just £33 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £190
Monday
from £33
Tuesday
from £54
Wednesday
from £39
Thursday
from £33
Friday
from £72
Saturday

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 30m
    0
    06:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    16:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £190
  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 40m
    0
    06:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    21:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £190
  • EasyJet Airline
    25h 50m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:50
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £212
  • Loganair
    17h 30m
    0
    19:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £233

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    15:15
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    11h 37m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    14:57
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    11h 35m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    14:55
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    11h 28m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    14:48
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    8h 40m
    0
    08:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Ryanair
    4h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £40
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £74
  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 15m
    0
    06:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £80

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 10m
    0
    08:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
  • EasyJet Airline
    25h 15m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £61
  • Buzz
    3h 40m
    0
    07:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    10:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £81
  • Loganair
    12h 20m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £105

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    13h 0m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:20
    Brighton
    Pool Valley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    12h 42m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:02
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    12h 40m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    12h 33m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    15:53
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    16h 25m
    0
    15:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:00
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £59
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72
  • EasyJet Airline
    13h 55m
    0
    06:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £78
  • Loganair
    12h 20m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £125

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    12h 40m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    12h 33m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    15:53
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    12h 42m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:02
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    12h 47m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:07
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    13h 50m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £48
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 20m
    0
    07:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £64
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 15m
    0
    17:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    21:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £74
  • Loganair
    12h 20m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 57m
    0
    13:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    16:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £97
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 57m
    0
    11:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £112
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 57m
    0
    12:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    15:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £112
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 57m
    0
    10:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    13:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £116

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    13h 50m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72
  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 20m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £91
  • Loganair
    12h 20m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £112
  • Loganair
    8h 50m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130

What are the fastest trips from Preston to Brighton?

You can get to Brighton from Preston in just 3h 40m with a Flight from Buzz. 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 10h 30m
Monday
from 4h 15m
Tuesday
from 3h 40m
Wednesday
from 4h 40m
Thursday
from 3h 56m
Friday
from 8h 50m
Saturday

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 30m
    0
    06:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    16:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £190
  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 40m
    0
    06:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    21:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £190
  • Loganair
    17h 30m
    0
    19:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £233
  • EasyJet Airline
    25h 50m
    0
    07:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:50
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £212

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    4h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £40
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £74
  • Ryanair
    8h 40m
    0
    08:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:10
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 15m
    0
    06:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £80
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    11h 28m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    14:48
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    11h 35m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    14:55
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    11h 37m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    14:57
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    11h 42m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    15:02
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Buzz
    3h 40m
    0
    07:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    10:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £81
  • Loganair
    4h 10m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £141
  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 10m
    0
    08:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £54
  • Loganair
    12h 20m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £105

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Loganair
    4h 40m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:55
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £157
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    15:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72
  • Loganair
    12h 20m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £125
  • EasyJet Airline
    13h 55m
    0
    06:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £78
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    12h 33m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    15:53
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    12h 40m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    12h 42m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:02
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    12h 47m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:07
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 56m
    0
    08:01
    Preston
    Central Station
    11:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £141
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 57m
    0
    13:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    16:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £97
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 57m
    0
    11:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £112
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 57m
    0
    12:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    15:57
    Brighton
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £112
  • Fastest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 15m
    0
    17:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    21:30
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £74
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 20m
    0
    07:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    11:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £64
  • Loganair
    4h 30m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:45
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £193
  • Loganair
    12h 20m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    12h 33m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    15:53
    Brighton
    Patcham Place
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    12h 40m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Brighton
    Withdean Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    12h 42m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:02
    Brighton
    Preston Park
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    12h 47m
    0
    03:20
    Preston
    Coach Station
    16:07
    Brighton
    Preston Circus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    8h 50m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 20m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    17:05
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £91
  • Loganair
    12h 20m
    0
    08:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £112
  • EasyJet Airline
    13h 50m
    0
    06:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    20:35
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72
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 Coach Station, Wyre Street Bus Stop or Central 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 2 Flight, Train and Bus 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 £33 with a Bus from National Express.

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 Buzz: you will get to Brighton in just 3h 40m.

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 EasyJet Airline, National Express and Loganair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

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 EasyJet Airline, National Express and Loganair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Avanti West Coast

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Loganair, Ryanair and 2 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 Flight, Train and Bus, 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 £33 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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 40m with a Flight from Buzz.

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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