How much is the bus ticket from Brighton to Hickstead?

The cheapest bus tickets from Brighton to Hickstead start at R 80. The average price for this route is around R 81. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Brighton to Hickstead?

The average bus journey time from Brighton to Hickstead is 14m, covering a distance of 18 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Brighton to Hickstead route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 88 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brighton to Hickstead?

The earliest bus departs from Brighton to Hickstead at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:57.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brighton to Hickstead?

A bus trip from Brighton to Hickstead produces an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Brighton to Hickstead from R 47 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Brighton to Hickstead on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:05	Brighton	24m	08:29	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Cheapest
Bus	08:19	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	10m	08:29	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Fastest
Bus	08:05	Brighton	24m	08:29	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	09:05	Brighton	24m	09:29	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	09:05	Brighton	24m	09:29	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Hickstead on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:45	Brighton	23m	07:08	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Cheapest
Bus	06:58	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	10m	07:08	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Brighton	23m	07:08	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	08:05	Brighton	24m	08:29	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	08:05	Brighton	24m	08:29	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Hickstead on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:45	Brighton	23m	07:08	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Cheapest
Bus	06:58	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	10m	07:08	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Brighton	23m	07:08	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	08:05	Brighton	24m	08:29	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	08:05	Brighton	24m	08:29	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Hickstead on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:05	Brighton	23m	06:28	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Cheapest
Bus	22:57	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	8m	23:05	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Fastest
Bus	06:05	Brighton	23m	06:28	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	07:05	Brighton	23m	07:28	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	07:05	Brighton	23m	07:28	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Hickstead on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:50	Brighton	22m	03:12	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Cheapest
Bus	22:57	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	8m	23:05	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Fastest
Bus	02:50	Brighton	22m	03:12	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	04:10	Brighton	22m	04:32	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	04:10	Brighton	22m	04:32	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags

Next departures from Brighton to Hickstead on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:50	Brighton	22m	03:12	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Cheapest
Bus	22:57	Brighton (Patcham) London Rd, opp Miller & Carter	8m	23:05	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	Fastest
Bus	02:50	Brighton	22m	03:12	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	03:55	Brighton	22m	04:17	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags
Bus	03:55	Brighton	22m	04:17	Hickstead Bus Stop (Castle Inn)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 4:16 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Brighton to Hickstead

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Hickstead. The journey takes about 14 minutes and with fares starting at just R 80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

88bus per day

14mAverage duration

18 kmDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 80 - R 131	Average duration14m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 144 - R 293	Average duration11m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 775 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29775 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 R 80

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brighton to Hickstead by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Brighton to Hickstead?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brighton to Hickstead start at R 80. The average price for this route is around R 81. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Brighton to Hickstead?
The average bus journey time from Brighton to Hickstead is 14m, covering a distance of 18 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Brighton to Hickstead route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 88 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brighton to Hickstead?
The earliest bus departs from Brighton to Hickstead at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:57.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brighton to Hickstead?
A bus trip from Brighton to Hickstead produces an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/12

R 48

16/12

R 48

Today

R 48

18/12

R 48

19/12

R 48

20/12

R 48

21/12

R 48

22/12

R 48

The cheapest trip from Brighton to Hickstead was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brighton to Hickstead as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 48 to R 168 for a bus ticket from Brighton to Hickstead based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 48, which is on 2025-12-18.