Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Brighton (Preston Park) | Fastest |
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Get from Cardiff to Brighton
The journey takes about 7 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Brighton?
Stops in Cardiff
- A
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - B
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
Stops in Brighton
- A
Brighton
39 Trafalgar Street, Brighton, BN1 4FT, United Kingdom - B
Pool Valley Coach Station
5 Pool Valley, Brighton BN1 1PN, UK - C
Brighton Amex Stadium
Village Way, Brighton BN1, UK - D
Rottingdean Bus Stop
12 West St, Brighton BN2 7HP, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Brighton by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Brighton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Brighton start from $26. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Brighton?
The average bus travel time from Cardiff to Brighton is 7h 32m, covering a distance of 224 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Brighton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 98 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cardiff to Brighton?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Brighton at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Brighton?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Brighton generates an estimated 5.589200000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cardiff to Brighton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29896 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Brighton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cardiff to Brighton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cardiff to Brighton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Brighton was searched and found on Jul 4, 2026 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Brighton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $72 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Brighton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-07-04.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cardiff to Brighton?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
