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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Lewes
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Lewes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Lewes will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 12 trains that leave Brighton for Lewes every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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.
C0993613:560h17Brighton station (BTN)14:13Lewes station (LWS)£41One-way0 changes- W3254214:060h17Brighton station (BTN)14:23Lewes station (LWS)£41One-way0 changes
- G7718114:260h14Brighton station (BTN)14:40Lewes station (LWS)£41One-way0 changes
- W2934713:360h17Brighton station (BTN)13:53Lewes station (LWS)£41One-way0 changes
- G7717713:260h14Brighton station (BTN)13:40Lewes station (LWS)£41One-way0 changes
- G7718114:260h14Brighton station (BTN)14:40Lewes station (LWS)£41One-way0 changes
- G7717713:260h14Brighton station (BTN)13:40Lewes station (LWS)£41One-way0 changes
- G771578:260h16Brighton station (BTN)8:42Lewes station (LWS)£71One-way0 changes
- G771619:260h16Brighton station (BTN)9:42Lewes station (LWS)£71One-way0 changes
- C0993613:560h17Brighton station (BTN)14:13Lewes station (LWS)£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to Lewes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton 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 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 12 km
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46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton to Lewes train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Lewes trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:36 Brighton | 0h17 | 9:53 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:06 Brighton | 0h17 | 12:23 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Lewes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Lewes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 14m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Southern from Brighton to Lewes trainsSouthern trains will get you between Brighton and Lewes from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Lewes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Lewes
Most Brighton to Lewes trains use the Brighton to Lewes station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Lewes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Lewes leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Road (Brighton) from Brighton city centre
London Road (Brighton) train station facilities and services
London Road (Brighton) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Domino's Pizza, Salt and Charcoal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Brighton). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at London Road (Brighton). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Brighton): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Brighton): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Road (Brighton): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Brighton, ibis Brighton City Centre - Station, Jurys Inn Brighton.
Which Lewes station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
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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