How to get from Brighton to Gatwick
- 35 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 35m
- 68 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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At a glance
Fastest
35m
direct
Bus
€4
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Brighton to Gatwick. The most useful door-to-door route takes 35m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 35 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
35 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €25Reading date not recorded | 4h 03m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €4Reading date not recorded | 35mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€25Reading date not recorded4h 03m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€4Reading date not recorded35m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Brighton to Gatwick: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Brighton → Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus
FlixBus·35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
Search my dateDepartures from Brighton to Gatwick
FlixBus runs 68 scheduled departures a day, the first at 02:05 and the last at 19:25.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 68 | 02:05 | 19:25 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusBrighton-Gatwick Airport South TerminalBook →ThameslinkBrighton-LondonBook →Airport shuttle busLondon-London Gatwick, London Gatwick-GatwickSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Thameslink, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Brighton to Gatwick works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Brighton to Gatwick Airport South Terminal, about 35 min. In total it's roughly €4 over 35 min, direct, no transfers.
Brighton to Gatwick: common questions
How long does it take to get from Brighton to Gatwick?
The most useful route takes about 35m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Brighton to Gatwick?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 02:05 and the last at 19:25, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Brighton to Gatwick?
68 a day with FlixBus, between 02:05 and 19:25.
How far is Gatwick from Brighton?
About 35 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Brighton to Gatwick cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €4. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Brighton to Gatwick?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Thameslink, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Brighton to Gatwick without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 35m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Gatwick?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026