🚌 Bus from Brighton to Crawley
4 direct routes · about 53 min · first bus 06:28, last bus 20:35 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 273 | Metrobus | ~53 min | 21 | 06:28 | 20:35 | Royal Pavilion (Stop R1) |
| 272 | Metrobus | ~114 min | 18 | 09:02 | 22:25 | County Hospital (opp) |
| 271 | Metrobus | ~106 min | 16 | 05:58 | 21:25 | County Hospital (opp) |
| N21 | National Express | ~45 min | 1 | 11:00 | 11:00 | Old Steine (Stop S4) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Brighton on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Brighton to Crawley?
4 routes run directly from Brighton to Crawley: the 273 (Metrobus), the 272 (Metrobus), the 271 (Metrobus), the N21 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Brighton to Crawley?
Around 53 minutes on the 273, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Brighton to Crawley?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 273) leaves around 06:28 and the last around 20:35. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Brighton to Crawley?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.