Lewes to London train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lewes to London

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 10 m

Trains per day

24

Distance

71 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lewes to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lewes to London will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

Of the 24 trains that leave Lewes for London every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.

SouthernY11158
13:551h11
Lewes station (LWS)
15:06London Victoria (VIC)
£91One-way
0 changes
SouthernY11156
12:551h11
Lewes station (LWS)
14:06London Victoria (VIC)
£111One-way
0 changes
SouthernY28449
13:251h11
Lewes station (LWS)
14:36London Victoria (VIC)
£141One-way
0 changes
SouthernY28438
12:251h11
Lewes station (LWS)
13:36London Victoria (VIC)
£141One-way
0 changes
SouthernY11202
10:551h13
Lewes station (LWS)
12:08London Victoria (VIC)
£171One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Lewes to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lewes to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 71 km

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Coach

£22

Average Price

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Southern

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National Express

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Live departures

Lewes to London train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
southern08:55 Lewes
1h11
10:06 London0 changesdirect
southern09:25 Lewes
1h11
10:36 London0 changesdirect
southern13:25 Lewes
1h11
14:36 London0 changesdirect
southern17:25 Lewes
1h11
18:36 London0 changesdirect
southern20:25 Lewes
1h13
21:38 London0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lewes to London?

The best time to book your train from Lewes to London is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lewes to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lewes to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Lewes to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lewes to London

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Trains from Lewes to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
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 £5
Distance
71 km
Average train duration
1h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 8m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:56
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 £5

Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from Lewes to London trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Lewes and London from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Price
£6
Southern frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

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
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
£18
Thameslink frequency
3 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

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
£43
Gatwick Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.

FAQs: Lewes to London train

FAQs: Travel by train from Lewes to London 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 Lewes to London.
FAQs
Booking trains from Lewes to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Lewes and London. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Southern, Southern.
The train distance from Lewes to London is 71 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Lewes to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Lewes to London covers a distance of 71 km and takes approximately 1h 8m. Trains run 7 per day.
To get from Lewes to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Lewes to London is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The first train from Lewes to London leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Lewes to London departs at 23:56.
The train station in Lewes that goes to London is Lewes station (LWS), and it arrives at London Victoria (VIC).
Trains from Lewes to London run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lewes to London.
There is no night train service from Lewes to London.
Yes, you can take the train from Lewes to London.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lewes and London

Lewes
London
The major train station for departures in Lewes is Lewes. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lewes for your trip from Lewes to London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
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
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on all platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Cycle Hub in main car park, access via the Key.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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