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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre) | London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre) | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre) | London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre) | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre) | Stansted London Airport (STN) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Brighton to Stansted
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 242, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 471 - R 1 225 | Average duration5h 35m | 3kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 242 - R 244 | Average duration2h | 5kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Brighton and Stansted?
Stops in Brighton
- A5 Pool Valley, Brighton BN1 1PN, UK
- 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
Stops in Stansted
- A
London Stansted Airport
Compare bus companies
Based on 29779 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 471
National Express Brighton Stansted recent customer reviews
The bus was over an hour late, making me miss my connection and therefore my flight aswell. The busdriver didn’t want to help me. I tried to ask him questions on how I could possible help myself and he just answered “I don’t know” and started smoking instead. I understand things go wrong sometimes, but please be passionate about helping others out
Fabian L.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brighton to Stansted 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 Stansted?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brighton to Stansted start at R 471. The average price for this route is around R 893. 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 Stansted?
The average bus journey time from Brighton to Stansted is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 123 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Brighton to Stansted route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brighton to Stansted?
The earliest bus departs from Brighton to Stansted at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brighton to Stansted?
A bus trip from Brighton to Stansted produces an estimated 3 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.
The cheapest trip from Brighton to Stansted was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 598To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brighton to Stansted as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 598 to R 1 610 for a bus ticket from Brighton to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 598, which is on 2025-12-21.
