4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Lewes
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Lewes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lewes will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 4 buses that leave London for Lewes every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 71 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Lewes bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lewes coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:55 London | 2h25 | 09:20 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:00 London | 3h02 | 18:02 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:00 London | 2h57 | 19:57 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 London | 2h52 | 20:52 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Lewes
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Buses from London to Lewes run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 71 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 71 km |
Average bus duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 2h 19m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:51 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to LewesYou can travel by bus between London to Lewes with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Coaches from London to Lewes
There are no direct coach services from London to Lewes; however, passengers can take a National Express coach from London Victoria Coach Station to Brighton and then change to a local bus service to reach nearby Lewes. This makes for a total journey time of approximately two and a half to three hours. National Express coaches depart London Victoria throughout the day at a rate of approximately one service every two to three hours.
Which coach companies travel from London to Lewes?
Coach services from London to Brighton (for Lewes) are operated by National Express Coaches. National Express is the UK’s leading national coach service. Onward bus services are provided by local Sussex bus companies.
How long is the coach from London to Lewes?
The direct coach journey from London to Brighton takes between two and two and a half hours. Coaches arrive at Pool Valley Coach station; from here, passengers will need to take a short, two-minute walk to the Old Steine bus stop. The local ‘Regency Route’ bus service from Brighton to Lewes takes 30 minutes, making for a total journey time of around two and a half to three hours.
How many coaches are there from London to Lewes?
National Express offers up to 10 direct services from London to Brighton every day of the week. The first leaves shortly after midnight and the last late in the evening. From Brighton to Lewes, a local bus service offers a highly frequent service throughout the week; however, this local bus service only runs from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Those arriving in Brighton by coach outside these times will need to take a taxi for their final leg to Lewes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Lewes?
Departure bus station: National Express coaches depart for Brighton (for Lewes) from London Victoria Coach Station, the capital’s major coach terminus. Located to the southwest of Central London, it is accessible by tube or bus from most places in Zone 1 within 15 minutes. The coach station is a short walk from Victoria overground and underground station where there is a wide range of facilities.
Arrival bus station: National Express coaches arrive at Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station, which is located close to both the beach and the town centre. Those travelling on to Lewes by bus will arrive in Lewes town centre, where they can alight at a number of town centre bus stops including Lewes Bus Station.
FAQs: London to Lewes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Lewes by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lewes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Lewes
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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