- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
lei25
Average price
lei35
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lewes to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lewes to London will cost around lei35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei25.
Of the 10 buses that leave Lewes for London on Wed, Aug 05, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lewes to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from lei25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei25, and a train costs an average of lei45.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei48 Average price Cheapest | lei131 Average price | lei167 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lewes to London:
A bus is lei83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lewes to London costing on average lei131.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 41m.
Tickets start at around lei48 compared to roughly lei167 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about lei119. The journey takes 2h 41m versus 1h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Southern | Departure Time 07:42AM | Arrival Time 10:19AM | Duration 2h37 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei175 |
Operator Southern | Departure Time 08:06AM | Arrival Time 10:24AM | Duration 2h18 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price lei176 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price lei25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:12AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h18 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price lei35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:12AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h18 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price lei33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price lei59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price lei32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:37PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h13 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price lei35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:47PM | Arrival Time 10:59PM | Duration 3h12 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price lei85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price lei33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:47PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price lei35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price lei26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:47PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price lei87 |
The table below shows live departures for Lewes to London buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 2h20 | 10:35 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 2h10 | 10:35 AM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 2h20 | 2:05 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 2h05 | 2:05 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 2h25 | 4:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 2h10 | 4:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 2h20 | 6:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 2h10 | 6:10 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 2h10 | 8:25 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 2h00 | 8:25 PM London, Stratford City Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lewes to London run on average 38 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at lei25 if you book in advance.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price lei25 |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of London — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London trip today.
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lewes to London by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lewes to London buses use the Brighton, Preston Circus to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Stratford City Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Lewes and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
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