8 Reasons to Switch to Bus Travel

We’re proud to operate our bus service within the city of Brighton & Hove and beyond, getting you from A to B across a network of over 73 routes, 365 days a year. We’re here for you 24/7 and ensure our service is accessible for all, and support what you value most.

Whether you’re an infrequent bus user, struggling with rising fuel and parking costs, or haven’t travelled with us before, whatever you value most, there’s always a reason to get the bus:

Family Time

A family day out is just a bus ride away! Fantastic family fares mean you can get there together for less. Up to 4 children travel free with a fare paying adult within Brighton & Hove. You can also explore the city together with our FamilySAVER ticket option.

Our buses also have space for buggies, with a low floor across our fleet to help those with buggies access our services more easily. Plus, if your family includes a four-legged friend, dogs are welcome on all our buses for no additional cost. Read our doggy do’s and don’ts here.

Freedom

Our entire network is at your fingertips with the Brighton & Hove Buses mobile app. With over 11,000 locations to search from, why not get to your next adventure by bus?

When you travel by bus, you don’t have to worry about city parking and fuel costs, and can breeze past traffic jams on dedicated bus lanes and corridors. Sit back and let us do the driving, and enjoy the freedom bus travel gives you.
 

Reliability 

We understand the importance of ensuring a reliable service across our network. From hospital appointments to the daily commute, our buses provide vital connections within the city and across rural areas.

Our mobile app has several great features to keep you up to date with your journey minute-by-minute. View live departures, save your regular departure boards and journeys, and live track your bus around the clock. You can also set up personalised travel alerts and receive push notifications of any potential disruptions to your favourite routes as they happen.

Friendship 

Get there by bus together! We have a range of tickets available for group travel. The DUO ticket allows two people to travel together on one mobile device, for the whole day. Heading out with a group of friends? Our QUATTRO ticket allows up to 4 people to travel together within the citySAVER area, and includes changing buses during your journey, and is valid on our night bus services to ensure you all get home together.

Independence 

Accessible travel is essential for the comfort and safety of all our passengers. Our buses are for everyone and allow you to make the most of independence.

Brighton & Hove Buses are the only bus company accredited by the Department of Transport as a level 3 Inclusive Transport Leader. By listening and learning from the lived experiences of disabled people and working collaboratively in the codesign and coproduction of our training and new interior vehicle designs, we continue to help ensure our services are working for all.

From dementia-friendly flooring to our Helping Hand card and Wheelchair Taxi Guarantee scheme, we are committed to accessible services for all.

Social Life

Nights out are more memorable by bus. With fare discounts for students and group tickets available, save money on city parking or taxi fees and get there for less by bus. We also operate several nighttime bus services to key locations across our network such as the Universities, Brighton Marina and Hollingbury.

If you’re planning a day out by bus, we’ve got a whole host of exclusive local discounts available across the city to redeem simply by showing your bus ticket! From local attractions to food and drink, read more about your passenger perks here.

Sustainability 

By travelling with us, you’re one of the millions of passengers choosing a greener future. Did you know one bus can take 75 cars off the road?
As your local bus company, we recognise we have a responsibility to help improve air quality and tackle climate change, and are on the road to decarbonising our fleet.
In 2026, we are going one step further and are proud to be introducing electric buses to our fleet, which produce zero emissions at the tailpipe and also significantly reduce noise pollution. 

Time

Whether catching up with friends, or catching up with emails, save time by staying connected on our buses. With free on-bus wifi across our fleet and USB charging available, it’s never been easier to keep plugged-in on the go! Sit back and enjoy the latest episode of your favourite podcast, read the next chapter of your book or listen to music - bus time is your time.