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The cheapest and fastest trains from Forest Gate to Lewes
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
75 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forest Gate to Lewes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Forest Gate to Lewes will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Forest Gate for Lewes every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
13:331h53
Forest Gate15:26Lewes
£441One-way
0 changes
04:342h19
Forest Gate06:53Lewes
£451One-way
0 changes
13:331h53
Forest Gate15:26Lewes
£441One-way
0 changes
04:342h19
Forest Gate06:53Lewes
£451One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Forest Gate to Lewes train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:13
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:26 Forest Gate | 2h00 | 13:26 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 04:34 Forest Gate | 2h19 | 06:53 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Forest Gate to Lewes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Forest Gate to Lewes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
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 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 00:28 |
Last train 21:25 |
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: Thameslink, Elizabeth Line from Forest Gate to Lewes trainsThameslink, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Forest Gate and Lewes from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 2m
Cheapest Price
£43
Thameslink frequency
2 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
Family area
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£32
Elizabeth Line frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Forest Gate to Lewes train
FAQs: Travel by train from Forest Gate to Lewes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Forest Gate to Lewes.
The train distance from Forest Gate to Lewes is 75 km.
The train journey from Forest Gate to Lewes covers a distance of 75 km and takes approximately 1h 54m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Forest Gate to Lewes leaves at 0:28.
The last train from Forest Gate to Lewes departs at 21:25.
Trains from Forest Gate to Lewes run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Forest Gate to Lewes.
Booking trains from Forest Gate to Lewes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Forest Gate to Lewes.
The cost of a train ticket from Forest Gate to Lewes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Lewes is by train, costing approximately £43.
The train station in Forest Gate that goes to Lewes is Forest Gate station (FOG), and it arrives at Lewes station (LWS).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Forest Gate to Lewes.
Yes, you can take the train from Forest Gate to Lewes.
To travel from Forest Gate to Lewes, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Forest Gate and Lewes
Forest Gate
Lewes
The major train station for departures in Forest Gate is Forest Gate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Forest Gate for your trip from Forest Gate to Lewes.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:40 - 18:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step-free access to all platforms except platform 4. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There is an accessible toilet at this station, located in the booking hall.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the stations ticket hall. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Forest Gate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: Romford Road Bus Stop E for Westbound services Romford Road Bus Stop F for Eastbound services Click here for map
The major train station for arrivals in Lewes is Lewes. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lewes for your journey to Lewes from Forest Gate.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on all platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Cycle Hub in main car park, access via the Key.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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