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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Forest Gate to Lewes
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
75 km
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 £43.
Of the 4 trains that leave Forest Gate 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 trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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.
Live departures
Forest Gate to Lewes train times
The table below shows live departures for Forest Gate to Lewes trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:26 Forest Gate | 3h08 | 08:34 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:41 Forest Gate | 3h09 | 08:50 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:56 Forest Gate | 2h04 | 09:00 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:26 Forest Gate | 2h28 | 09:54 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 54m.
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 |
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.
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FAQs: Forest Gate to Lewes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forest Gate 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Forest Gate and Lewes
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:40 - 18:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- 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
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TaxisAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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