🚌 Bus from Brighton to Southsea
2 direct routes · about 150 min · first bus 08:00, last bus 08:00 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VC3 | National Express | ~150 min | 1 | 08:00 | 08:00 | Old Steine (Stop S4) |
| VC3 | National Express | ~150 min | 1 | 08:00 | 08:00 | 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 Southsea?
2 routes run directly from Brighton to Southsea: the VC3 (National Express), the VC3 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Brighton to Southsea?
Around 150 minutes on the VC3, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Brighton to Southsea?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the VC3) leaves around 08:00 and the last around 08:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Brighton to Southsea?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.