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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Major university museum with classical sculptures, paintings, antiquities, and decorative arts. Strong choice for a broad first visit.
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Compare train and coach for Lewes to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lewes to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £88.
Distance: 148 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£88 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Lewes to Cambridge is a coach with an average price of £18.
This is compared to other travel options from Lewes to Cambridge:
A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lewes to Cambridge costing on average £88.
The fastest way to travel from Lewes to Cambridge is by train with an average journey time of 2h 59m.
Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 32m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lewes and Cambridge including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £88 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-58.44. The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lewes to Cambridge
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Trains from Lewes to Cambridge run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 2h 44m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 4 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Train companies: Southern from Lewes to Cambridge trainsSouthern trains will get you between Lewes and Cambridge from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Southern Price
£85
Southern frequency
17 a day
Complete guide to Cambridge
Things to do in Cambridge
Discover the best of Cambridge — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambridge trip today.
- Recommended
Kettle's Yard
Contemporary art gallery in a former chapel, showing changing exhibitions by modern and international artists near the city centre.
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Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
Museum of Earth sciences with dinosaur skeletons, fossils, and minerals. Compact, family-friendly, and useful for a rainy day.
- Must visit
The Backs
Riverside green linking college backs and open meadows. Ideal for walking, punting views, and classic Cambridge photographs.
- Must visit
Market Square
Lively square and shopping area with the market, historic streets, and buskers. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre.
- Recommended
Trinity Lane
Historic lane of colleges, chapels, and gateways. A rewarding walk for architecture, student atmosphere, and easy access to central sights.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cambridge burnt cream
A Cambridge creation: a rich dessert of vanilla ice cream, raspberry sauce, whipped cream and meringue, long associated with Cambridge college dining.
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Cambridgeshire fidget pie
A traditional Cambridgeshire farm dish of braised beef or mutton with onions and root vegetables, reflecting the county’s rural cooking heritage.
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Pippin paste
An old East Anglian fruit preserve made from windfall apples slowly cooked to a dark, tangy spread, once common in Cambridgeshire households.
Midsummer House
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting just outside the city centre.
The Riverbar Steakhouse and Grill
Long-running riverside restaurant known for modern European cooking and views over the Cam in a smart but relaxed room.
The Eagle
Popular city-centre pub serving cask ales and hearty British food in a lively, historic atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Cambridge is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are above average, but walking and buses help keep transport costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Cambridge station -> Cambridge City Centre
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless card and mobile payments are accepted on Stagecoach buses in Cambridge.
- Frequent Citi 1, 3 and 7 buses link Cambridge station with the city centre.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Lewes to Cambridge can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £85, while the average price tends to be around £88.
The train journey from Lewes to Cambridge covers a distance of 148 km and takes approximately 2h 44m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Lewes to Cambridge is 148 km.
The first train from Lewes to Cambridge leaves at 4:51.
The last train from Lewes to Cambridge departs at 22:25.
Trains from Lewes to Cambridge run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lewes to Cambridge.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lewes to Cambridge.
To get from Lewes to Cambridge, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Lewes to Cambridge.
The train station in Lewes that goes to Cambridge is Lewes station (LWS), and it arrives at Cambridge station (CBG).
The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Cambridge is by coach, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Lewes to Cambridge in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lewes to Cambridge offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Sussex countryside and the historic landscapes of East Anglia. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of rolling hills, charming villages, and open fields, making it a pleasant and visually appealing trip.
A day trip from Lewes to Cambridge is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 44m. Trains run 4 times per day. The distance is 148 km.
In Cambridge, you can enjoy punting on the River Cam for scenic views of the colleges and bridges, visit the interactive Cambridge Science Centre, explore the historic Market Square for local produce and crafts, attend a performance at the Cambridge Arts Theatre, or take a guided walking tour to discover the city's rich history. Some of the best sights include King's College Chapel, The Fitzwilliam Museum, The Backs, Trinity College, and the Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
Two to three days in Cambridge allows you to explore its historic university, enjoy punting on the River Cam, visit the Fitzwilliam Museum, and stroll around the city's beautiful gardens and colleges.
Yes, you can take the train from Lewes to Cambridge.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lewes and Cambridge
Most Lewes to Cambridge trains use the Lewes to Cambridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Lewes and Cambridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Lewes
Arrival train stations in Cambridge
Which Lewes station do trains to Cambridge leave from?
Trains from Lewes to Cambridge leave from Lewes. The station is from Lewes city centre at Lewes station, Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UP.
LewesLewes station, Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UP
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.
Which Cambridge station do trains from Lewes arrive at?
Trains from Lewes to Cambridge arrive at Cambridge. Cambridge is 2 km from Cambridge city centre.
CambridgeCambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
BusU1, U2 · 11m · every ~11 min
Tour · 13m · £2
75 · 15m
A · 15m · £2 · every ~11 min
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: 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.
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