The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Lewes
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Lewes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lewes will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 4 trains that leave London for Lewes on Wed, Jun 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
2:24 PM1h02London3:26 PMLewes$161One-way0 transfers
10:54 AM1h02London11:56 AMLewes$221One-way0 transfers
9:54 AM1h02London10:56 AMLewes$271One-way0 transfers
11:54 AM1h02London12:56 PMLewes$591One-way0 transfers
10:54 AM1h02London11:56 AMLewes$221One-way0 transfers
11:54 AM1h02London12:56 PMLewes$591One-way0 transfers
9:54 AM1h02London10:56 AMLewes$271One-way0 transfers
2:24 PM1h02London3:26 PMLewes$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Lewes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lewes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Lewes:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Lewes costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Lewes take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
The journey is about 50m faster (1h 11m by train vs 2h 1m by car) and roughly $9 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 (€24) vs $39 (€32)). 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 Lewes train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lewes trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G77250+ G27032 | On time 5:59 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h43 | 7:42 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
W45560+ G27032 | On time 6:05 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h37 | 7:42 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
W45471+ W32672 | On time 6:15 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h38 | 7:53 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
G26276 | On time 6:46 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h09 | 7:55 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G27061+ W29345 | On time 6:59 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h25 | 8:24 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
C82780 | On time 7:24 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h03 | 8:27 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77279+ W29334 | On time 7:59 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h25 | 9:24 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
C82790 | On time 8:24 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h03 | 9:27 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26284 | On time 8:54 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 9:56 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82800 | On time 9:24 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 10:26 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26289 | On time 9:54 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 10:56 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82810 | On time 10:24 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 11:26 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82850 | On time 2:24 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 3:26 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26318 | On time 2:54 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 3:56 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82860 | On time 3:24 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 4:26 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26373 | On time 3:54 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 4:56 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82869 | On time 4:24 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h04 | 5:28 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26329 | On time 4:54 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 5:56 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77300+ G27050 | On time 8:29 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h44 | 10:13 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
W45595+ G27050 | On time 8:35 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h38 | 10:13 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
C82920 | On time 9:24 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 10:26 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26360 | On time 9:54 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h02 | 10:56 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G77324+ W29104 | On time 9:59 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h47 | 11:46 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
X62298+ W45392+ W29104 | On time 10:05 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h41 | 11:46 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 2 transfers | |
W45392+ W29104 | On time 10:15 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1h31 | 11:46 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
G88190_C82930 | 10:16 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h35 | 11:51 PM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82302 · SN072900 | On time 10:24 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h37 | 12:01 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 1 transfer | |
G26367 | On time 10:46 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h24 | 12:10 AM Lewes station (LWS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Lewes
Trains from London to Lewes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from London to Lewes trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London and Lewes from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Lewes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Lewes 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 Lewes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Lewes
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on all platforms
- Storage location: Cycle Hub in main car park, access via the Key.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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