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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Chichester
Showing times and prices for Jul 12
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
88 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Chichester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Chichester will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Fast trains
Of the 34 trains that leave London for Chichester on Sun, Jul 12, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
C826478:35 PM1h46London Victoria (VIC)10:21 PMChichester station (CCH)$151One-way0 transfers- C825872:35 PM1h46London Victoria (VIC)4:21 PMChichester station (CCH)$301One-way0 transfers
- C8256712:35 PM1h46London Victoria (VIC)2:21 PMChichester station (CCH)$321One-way0 transfers
- C825379:35 AM1h46London Victoria (VIC)11:21 AMChichester station (CCH)$321One-way0 transfers
- C8254710:35 AM1h46London Victoria (VIC)12:21 PMChichester station (CCH)$321One-way0 transfers
- C8256712:35 PM1h46London Victoria (VIC)2:21 PMChichester station (CCH)$321One-way0 transfers
- C826478:35 PM1h46London Victoria (VIC)10:21 PMChichester station (CCH)$151One-way0 transfers
- C825973:35 PM1h46London Victoria (VIC)5:21 PMChichester station (CCH)$331One-way0 transfers
- C825379:35 AM1h46London Victoria (VIC)11:21 AMChichester station (CCH)$321One-way0 transfers
- C8254710:35 AM1h46London Victoria (VIC)12:21 PMChichester station (CCH)$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Chichester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Chichester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from London to Chichester is a bus with an average price of $29 (€24).
This is compared to other travel options from London to Chichester:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Chichester costing on average $38 (€31).
The fastest way to travel from London to Chichester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.
Other travel options to Chichester take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Chichester including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Chichester among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 20m faster (1h 45m by train vs 2h 5m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($38 (€31) vs $42 (€34)). 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
London to Chichester train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Chichester trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C82493 · C93227 | 7:32 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h58 | 9:30 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
 W45781+C82493 · C93227 | 7:37 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h53 | 9:30 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 2 transfers | |
| C82527 | 8:32 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h49 | 10:21 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W45758+C82527 | 8:35 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h46 | 10:21 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| W45442+C82537 | 9:25 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h56 | 11:21 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82537 | 9:35 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 11:21 AM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26776 · C82547 | 10:12 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 12:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82547 | 10:35 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 12:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26788 · C82557 | 11:12 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 1:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82557 | 11:35 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 1:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26800 · C82567 | 12:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 2:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82567 | 12:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 2:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26812 · C82577 | 1:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 3:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82577 | 1:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 3:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26824 · C82587 | 2:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 4:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82587 | 2:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 4:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26837 · C82597 | 3:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 5:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82597 | 3:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 5:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26849 · C82607 | 4:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 6:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82607 | 4:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 6:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26861 · C82617 | 5:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 7:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82617 | 5:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 7:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26873 · C82627 | 6:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 8:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82627 | 6:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 8:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26885 · C82637 | 7:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 9:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82637 | 7:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 9:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26891 · C82647 | 7:42 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h39 | 10:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C02758+C82647 | 7:48 PM London Blackfriars (BFR) | 2h33 | 10:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| G26897 · C82647 | 8:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h09 | 10:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| C82647 | 8:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h46 | 10:21 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G26903 · G26485 | 8:42 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h24 | 11:06 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 1 transfer | |
| G26909 · C82485 · W29080 | 9:12 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h47 | 11:59 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 2 transfers | |
G26485+ L79804+C22461 | 9:16 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h06 | 11:22 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 2 transfers | |
| G26485 | 9:16 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h50 | 11:06 PM Chichester station (CCH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from London to Chichester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Chichester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 32m.
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
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Thameslink from London to Chichester trainsSouthern, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Thameslink trains will get you between London and Chichester from $15 (€12). 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 Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
Southern frequency
7 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
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
$36 (€29)
South Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
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 Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
$60 (€49)
Thameslink frequency
1 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 Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
$63 (€52)
Gatwick Express frequency
2 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.
FAQs: Trains from London to Chichester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Chichester 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 Chichester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from London to Chichester can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $15 (€12), while the average price is around $38 (€31).
The train from London to Chichester takes 1h 32m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from London to Chichester is 54 miles (88 km).
The first train from London to Chichester leaves at 12:02 AM.
The last train from London to Chichester leaves at 11:47 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London to Chichester.
Yes, there is a direct train from London to Chichester. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Southern, Southern.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London to Chichester.
The train station in London that goes to Chichester is London Victoria (VIC), which connects to Chichester station (CCH).
The cheapest way to get from London to Chichester is by train, with a cost of around $15 (€12).
The train journey from London to Chichester offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with highlights including the rolling landscapes of West Sussex and glimpses of the South Downs National Park, providing a pleasant and moderately scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from London to Chichester is feasible. The journey takes 1h 32m and the distance is 54 miles (88 km). Trains run 6 times per day.
To fully explore Chichester, including its historic sites, cultural attractions, and nearby countryside, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Chichester.
Since neither London nor Chichester 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 Chichester include Brighton, Cosham, Petersfield, Emsworth, Worthing.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Chichester 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.
In Chichester, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially in crowded areas and on public transport. Common scams include distraction techniques targeting visitors in busy shopping streets. It is advisable to keep belongings secure and remain vigilant when approached by strangers offering unsolicited help or deals.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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