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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lewes to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$13

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$20

Fastest journey on Sep 20

1 h 33 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

1 h 34 m

Trains on Sep 20

12

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 $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 12 trains from Lewes to London, including 4 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.

  • SouthernC22506 · C82281
    3:08 PM1h38
    Lewes station (LWS)
    4:46 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $131One-way
    1 transfer
  • SouthernC22521 · C82291
    5:36 PM1h40
    Lewes station (LWS)
    7:16 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • SouthernG26334
    4:01 PM1h33
    Lewes station (LWS)
    5:34 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • SouthernW27815 · C82287
    4:36 PM1h40
    Lewes station (LWS)
    6:16 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • SouthernG26328
    3:01 PM1h33
    Lewes station (LWS)
    4:34 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Lewes to London

Omio 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 an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 44 miles (71 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$36

Average price

$11

Average price

Cheapest

$37

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 58m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Southern

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Lewes to London is a bus with an average price of $11.

This is compared to other travel options from Lewes to London:

A bus is $25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lewes to London costing on average $36.

The fastest way to travel from Lewes to London is by train with an average journey time of 1h 12m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lewes and London including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lewes to London among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 46m faster (1h 12m by train vs 1h 58m by car) and roughly $0.21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($36 vs $37). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Southern, Southern.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Lewes to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Lewes to London trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SouthernG26339
Delayed
4:26 PM 5:25 PMLewes station (LWS)
1h11
6:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82892+ThameslinkC02662
On time
5:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
7:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SouthernC82892
On time
5:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
7:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26345+ThameslinkC02680
On time
6:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
7:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SouthernG26345
On time
6:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
7:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82903+ThameslinkC02684
On time
6:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
8:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SouthernC82903
On time
6:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
8:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26352
On time
7:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
8:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26352+ThameslinkC02699
On time
7:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
8:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SouthernC829137:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
9:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82913+ThameslinkC02696
On time
7:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
9:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SouthernG26358
On time
8:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
9:36 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26358+ThameslinkC02694
On time
8:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
9:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SouthernC82923
On time
8:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h11
10:06 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82923+ThameslinkC02700
On time
8:55 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
10:05 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
SouthernG26364
On time
9:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h13
10:38 PM London Victoria (VIC)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26364+ThameslinkC02683
On time
9:25 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h10
10:35 PM London Bridge (LBG)
1 transfer
Sunday, September 20
SouthernG263283:01 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h33
4:34 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC22506 · C822813:08 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h38
4:46 PM London Victoria (VIC)1 transfer
SouthernC22527 · C822833:36 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h40
5:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)1 transfer
SouthernG263344:01 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h33
5:34 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC22486 · C822854:08 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h38
5:46 PM London Victoria (VIC)1 transfer
SouthernW27815 · C822874:36 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h40
6:16 PM London Victoria (VIC)1 transfer
SouthernG263405:01 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h33
6:34 PM London Victoria (VIC)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC22523 · C822895:08 PM Lewes station (LWS)
1h38
6:46 PM London Victoria (VIC)1 transfer

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Southern as well as Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern and more offer trains services from Lewes to London.
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Why book with Omio vs Southern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Gatwick Express or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Lewes to London.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Gatwick Express or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Lewes to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Lewes to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lewes to London

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Trains from Lewes to London run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $5 by bus.

There are 5 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 7m.

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 $5
Distance
44 miles (71 km)
Average train duration
1h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
$12
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 7m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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 $5

Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Lewes to London trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Lewes and London from $5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 9m
Cheapest Southern Price
$12
Southern frequency
3 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
3 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 22m
Cheapest Gatwick Express Price
$55
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.

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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
Train ticket prices from Lewes to London can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12, while the average price is around $36.
The train from Lewes to London takes 1h 7m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Lewes to London leaves at 12:01 AM.
The distance by train from Lewes to London is 44 miles (71 km).
The last train from Lewes to London leaves at 11:50 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Lewes to London.
Yes, there is a direct train from Lewes to London. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by Southern, Southern.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lewes to London.
The train station in Lewes that goes to London is Lewes station (LWS), which connects to London Victoria (VIC).
The cheapest way to get from Lewes to London is by bus, with a cost of around $5.
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.
Yes, a day trip from Lewes to London is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 7m and a distance of 44 miles (71 km). Trains run 7 times per day.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city from The London Eye, visit the vibrant West End Theatre District for high-quality shows, and explore Camden Market's eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts. A walk through Hyde Park offers beautiful landscapes and recreational activities, while art lovers can visit the Tate Modern. Don't miss The British Museum's vast collection of art and antiquities, the historic Tower of London with its Crown Jewels, and Buckingham Palace. Iconic landmarks like The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, along with St. Paul's Cathedral, offer a glimpse into the city's rich history and architecture.
For a comprehensive experience of London's top attractions, cultural sites, and local neighborhoods, it is recommended to spend around 3 to 5 days in the city. This allows time to explore major landmarks such as the British Museum, Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, as well as enjoy local markets and parks.
Yes, you can take the train from Lewes to London.
Since neither Lewes nor London are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London include Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, Stevenage, Canterbury.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lewes to London among Omio's users.
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.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
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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 Clapham Junction. 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.

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