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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lewes to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lewes to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lewes to Cambridge will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lewes for Cambridge 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 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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 for Lewes to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lewes to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 148 km
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£44 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lewes to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Lewes to Cambridge 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:19 Lewes | 3h29 | 09:48 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:46 Lewes | 3h02 | 10:48 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lewes to Cambridge
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Trains from Lewes to Cambridge run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 22:25 |
Train companies: Southern from Lewes to Cambridge trainsSouthern trains will get you between Lewes and Cambridge from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lewes to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lewes to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lewes and Cambridge
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- 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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Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
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