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Littlehampton Museum
Local museum covering Littlehampton's maritime, transport and social history, with accessible displays in the Manor House.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancing to Littlehampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 15 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lancing to Littlehampton:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lancing to Littlehampton costing on average £8.
Other travel options to Littlehampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (27m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southern, Southern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Lancing to Littlehampton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 26m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 3:53 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Local museum covering Littlehampton's maritime, transport and social history, with accessible displays in the Manor House.
Historic house museum in a former manor building, where period rooms and exhibits help explain the town's past.
Small exhibition venue at the museum hosting changing displays of local art, photography and community heritage projects.
Awarded seafront area with a long promenade, beach access and easy walks between the harbour, leisure attractions and cafés nearby.
Large riverside green space with formal gardens, play areas and pleasant paths, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
Attractive route beside the River Arun, popular for walking, birdwatching and views across the harbour and marshland.
Sussex smokie is smoked haddock topped with cheddar, often grilled with mustard or cream. It reflects the county’s strong fishing and dairy traditions.
Crab sandwiches made with fresh Sussex coast crab are a local seaside staple, prized for sweet meat and simple preparation near the harbour.
This classic English dessert layers meringue, cream and berries. It is closely associated with Sussex and often appears on local summer menus.
Popular seafront fish and chip shop known for classic suppers and relaxed takeaway dining close to the beach.
Established café and restaurant on the seafront, popular for breakfast, coffee, light lunches and easy beach views.
Well-known harbour-side restaurant serving seafood, grills and British favourites in a casual waterside setting.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Dining and cafés are fairly priced, but summer accommodation and rail travel can raise overall visitor costs.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancing to Littlehampton 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 Littlehampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lancing to Littlehampton trains use the Lancing to Littlehampton station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancing and Littlehampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lancing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Lancing.
Ticket office support is available at Lancing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lancing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lancing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street and a level crossing. 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: No, 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: No.
Littlehampton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Littlehampton.
Wi-Fi is available at Littlehampton.
Ticket office support is available at Littlehampton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Littlehampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Littlehampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Littlehampton: 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 on station concourse opposite 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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