Lewes to London train with Thameslink

Wed, Nov 04
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Thameslink
Gatwick Express
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lewes to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
$9
Average ticket price on Nov 04
$30
Fastest journey on Nov 04
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
1 h 10 m
Trains on Nov 04
56
Distance
71 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.

Fast trains

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 56 trains from Lewes to London, including 28 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 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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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lewes to London

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Trains from Lewes to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 6m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6

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Journey facts

  • Distance44 miles (71 km)
  • Average train duration1h 12m
  • Cheapest ticket price$12
  • Trains per day8
  • Direct trains3
  • Fastest train1h 6m
  • First train12:01 AM
  • Last train11:50 PM
  • Cheapest MonthJul
  • Cheapest DaySun
  • High SeasonJul - Sep
  • Low SeasonOct - Dec
  • Busiest DaySat
  • Least Busy DaySun
  • Best time to book1 day

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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6

Frequently asked questions about your Lewes to London trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lewes to London.

Train ticket prices from Lewes to London can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12, while the average price is around $37.
The train from Lewes to London takes 1h 6m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Lewes to London is 44 miles (71 km).
The first train from Lewes to London leaves at 12:01 AM.
The last train from Lewes to London leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Lewes to London. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Southern.

Live departures

Lewes to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Lewes to London trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SouthernG263757:14 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
8:25 AM London Bridge (LBG)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26375 · C830427:14 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h15
8:29 AM London Victoria (VIC)1 transfer
SouthernG262827:25 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
8:36 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26282+ThameslinkW456027:25 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
8:35 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC82792+ThameslinkW454037:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
9:05 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC827927:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
9:06 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26287+ThameslinkW454138:22 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h13
9:35 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG262878:22 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h14
9:36 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC828028:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
10:06 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82802+ThameslinkW455358:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
10:05 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG262929:25 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h16
10:41 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26292+ThameslinkW453759:25 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
10:35 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC82812+ThameslinkW455539:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
11:05 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC828129:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
11:06 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG2629810:25 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
11:36 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26298+ThameslinkW4554810:25 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
11:35 AM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC82822+ThameslinkW4552110:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
12:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC8282210:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h13
12:08 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG2630411:25 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
12:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26304+ThameslinkW4556511:25 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
12:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC8283211:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h12
1:07 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82832+ThameslinkW4553411:55 AM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
1:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG2631012:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
1:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26310+ThameslinkW4537212:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
1:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC8284312:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
2:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82843+ThameslinkW4553612:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
2:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG263151:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
2:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26315+ThameslinkW455731:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
2:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC82852+ThameslinkW455491:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
3:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC828521:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
3:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26321+ThameslinkW329782:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
3:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG263212:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
3:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82862+ThameslinkW454152:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
4:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC828622:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
4:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG263263:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h13
4:38 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26326+ThameslinkW454193:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
4:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC82871+ThameslinkW454383:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
5:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC828713:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h13
5:08 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26332+ThameslinkG282724:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
5:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG263324:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
5:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82881+ThameslinkW454174:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
6:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC828814:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
6:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG263385:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
6:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26338+ThameslinkW456115:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
6:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernC828915:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
7:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82891+ThameslinkW455265:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
7:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG26344+ThameslinkW455996:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
7:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG263446:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
7:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26347+ThameslinkW455526:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
8:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG263476:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h12
8:07 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26351+ThameslinkW455727:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
8:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)1 transfer
SouthernG263517:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h13
8:38 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG2637010:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
11:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC8294310:45 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h26
12:11 AM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG77209+ThameslinkW4563610:54 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h55
12:49 AM London Blackfriars (BFR)1 transfer

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Southern as well as Thameslink or Gatwick Express offer trains services from Lewes to London.
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Train companies

Train companies from Lewes to London

Trains from Lewes to London with Thameslink, Southern, and Gatwick Express. Regional trains available on this route with Thameslink and Southern. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Southern Price
$12
Southern frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
$22
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gatwick Express Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Gatwick Express Price
$54
Gatwick Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Lewes and London

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

There is no high speed train available from Lewes to London.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lewes to London.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.

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Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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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The Lewes to London train journey offers glimpses of the picturesque South Downs, charming countryside views, and quaint English villages, contributing to a pleasant and somewhat scenic experience.
Popular day trips by train from London include Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, Stevenage, Canterbury.
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FAQs: Trains from Lewes to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lewes to London by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Lewes to London.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lewes to London

Most Lewes to London trains use the Lewes to London Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at London Bridge. Use this guide to compare Lewes and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Lewes
Arrival train stations in London

Which Lewes station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Lewes to London leave from Lewes. The station is from Lewes city centre at Lewes station, Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UP.
LewesLewes station, Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UPWifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking

Lewes train station facilities and services

Lewes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lewes.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Lewes.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lewes.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lewes: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Lewes: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lewes: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Steep ramp to platforms 2 and 3 (to London / some trains to Seaford / Eastbourne). Ramp is over 400m long and above 1:10 gradient). Lifts to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Train stations for Lewes to London

Check train stations information for Lewes and London, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Lewes that goes to London is Lewes, which connects to London Victoria.

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