How far is Brighton from Manchester by coach?

The distance between Manchester and Brighton by coach is approximately 204 miles (329 km).

Is there a way to reach Brighton from Manchester without a car?

You can travel to Brighton from Manchester by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Manchester to Brighton on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:44	2 Broadway	12h 15m	09:59	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	21:44	2 Broadway	12h 9m	09:53	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	No tags
Bus	21:53	628 Oldham Rd	12h 12m	10:05	Preston Circus, Stop H	No tags
Bus	21:53	628 Oldham Rd	12h 6m	09:59	Withdean Park (Opp. The Deneway)	No tags
Bus	21:53	628 Oldham Rd	12h 8m	10:01	Preston Park Hotel	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Brighton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brighton. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5hAverage duration

204 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£21 - £56	Average duration10h 52m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£26 - £26	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Brighton?

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Manchester Airport
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Brighton

A
Pool Valley Coach Station
5 Pool Valley, Brighton BN1 1PN, UK
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B
Brighton
39 Trafalgar Street, Brighton, BN1 4FT, United Kingdom
C
Brighton Amex Stadium
Village Way, Brighton BN1, UK
D
Rottingdean Bus Stop
12 West St, Brighton BN2 7HP, UK

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National Express

4/529,733 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29733 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £21

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Brighton

How far is Brighton from Manchester by coach?
The distance between Manchester and Brighton by coach is approximately 204 miles (329 km).
Is there a way to reach Brighton from Manchester without a car?
You can travel to Brighton from Manchester by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.