London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£32

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 2 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 2 m

Trains on 18 Sept

45

Distance

70 km

Cheap tickets

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

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

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 45 trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS), including 21 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.

  • SouthernC82920
    21:241h02
    London Victoria (VIC)
    22:26Lewes station (LWS)
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG88189_C82931
    22:161h11
    London Victoria (VIC)
    23:27Lewes station (LWS)
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26354
    20:541h02
    London Victoria (VIC)
    21:56Lewes station (LWS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26360
    21:541h02
    London Victoria (VIC)
    22:56Lewes station (LWS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26402 · G88606 · C09943
    11:161h57
    London Victoria (VIC)
    13:13Lewes station (LWS)
    £111One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 70 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Driving

£28

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£27

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 23m

Average total duration

2h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 55m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Southern

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS):

A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) costing on average £28.

The fastest way to travel from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 5m.

Other travel options to Lewes station (LWS) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Victoria (VIC) and Lewes station (LWS) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 50m sooner (1h 5m by train vs 1h 55m by car). Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £27 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.

Live departures

London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SouthernG26392 · C82810
Delayed
8:51 9:46London Victoria (VIC)
1h37
11:23 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77311+SouthernC82810
On time
9:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h24
11:23 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77319+SouthernC09935
On time
10:29 London Victoria (VIC)
1h44
12:13 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77327+SouthernC82820
On time
10:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h24
12:23 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77335+SouthernC09943
On time
11:29 London Victoria (VIC)
1h44
13:13 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77344+SouthernC82830
On time
11:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h24
13:23 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77350+SouthernC09936
On time
12:29 London Victoria (VIC)
1h44
14:13 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77356+SouthernC82840
On time
12:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h24
14:23 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77362+SouthernC09932
On time
13:29 London Victoria (VIC)
1h44
15:13 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77368+SouthernC82850
On time
13:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h24
15:23 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77370+SouthernW32842
On time
14:29 London Victoria (VIC)
1h44
16:13 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
SouthernG26427 · C82860
On time
14:46 London Victoria (VIC)
1h37
16:23 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77372+SouthernC82860
On time
14:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h24
16:23 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77374+SouthernW28971
On time
15:29 London Victoria (VIC)
1h44
17:13 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
SouthernC82869
On time
16:24 London Victoria (VIC)
1h04
17:28 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26329
On time
16:54 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
17:56 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC8287917:24 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
18:26 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26335
On time
17:54 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
18:56 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82889
On time
18:24 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
19:26 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26341
On time
18:54 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
19:56 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82899
On time
19:24 London Victoria (VIC)
1h04
20:28 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26348
On time
19:54 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
20:56 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC82640 · C82910
On time
20:05 London Victoria (VIC)
1h21
21:26 Lewes station (LWS)
1 change
SouthernC93170 · G26465 · C82910
On time
20:08 London Victoria (VIC)
1h18
21:26 Lewes station (LWS)
2 changes
SouthernC8291020:24 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
21:26 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG2635420:54 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
21:56 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82920
On time
21:24 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
22:26 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26360
On time
21:54 London Victoria (VIC)
1h05
22:59 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG88190_C8293022:16 London Victoria (VIC)
1h11
23:27 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26367
On time
22:46 London Victoria (VIC)
1h12
23:58 Lewes station (LWS)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG88186_C829450:02 London Victoria (VIC)
1h21
1:23 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
Gatwick ExpressG77238+SouthernG270285:05 London Victoria (VIC)
1h35
6:40 Lewes station (LWS)1 change
SouthernG263785:34 London Victoria (VIC)
1h23
6:57 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
SouthernC82503 · G262765:54 London Victoria (VIC)
2h01
7:55 Lewes station (LWS)1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77250+SouthernG270325:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h43
7:42 Lewes station (LWS)1 change
SouthernG262766:46 London Victoria (VIC)
1h09
7:55 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
Gatwick ExpressG27061+SouthernW293456:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h25
8:24 Lewes station (LWS)1 change
SouthernC827807:24 London Victoria (VIC)
1h03
8:27 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG262797:54 London Victoria (VIC)
1h02
8:56 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
Gatwick ExpressG77279+SouthernW293347:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h25
9:24 Lewes station (LWS)1 change
SouthernC827908:24 London Victoria (VIC)
1h03
9:27 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
SouthernG262848:54 London Victoria (VIC)
1h03
9:57 Lewes station (LWS)0 changesdirect
Gatwick ExpressG77295+SouthernG771658:59 London Victoria (VIC)
1h41
10:40 Lewes station (LWS)1 change
Gatwick ExpressG77303+SouthernC099469:29 London Victoria (VIC)
1h44
11:13 Lewes station (LWS)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) trains with Omio?

Southern as well as Thameslink or Gatwick Express offer trains services from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS).

Why book with Omio vs Southern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS).

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS)

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Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 2m.

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
70 km
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 2m
First train
4:35
Last train
21:16
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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 London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Lewes station (LWS) 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 Southern Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Southern Price
£9
Southern frequency
6 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 Thameslink Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
£40
Thameslink frequency
1 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 Gatwick Express Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Gatwick Express Price
£42
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: London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) 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 station (LWS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) covers a distance of 70 km and takes approximately 1h 2m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) is 70 km.
The first train from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) leaves at 4:35.
The last train from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) departs at 21:16.
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Victoria (VIC) and Lewes station (LWS). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Southern, Southern.
To get from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS).
The cheapest way to get from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Victoria to Lewes offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque Sussex countryside, with rolling hills and charming villages.
Yes, a day trip from London Victoria to Lewes is feasible. The journey takes 1h 2m and covers 70 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Victoria (VIC) and Lewes station (LWS)

Most London Victoria (VIC) to Lewes station (LWS) trains use the London Victoria to Lewes station pair. Use this guide to compare London Victoria (VIC) and Lewes station (LWS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Lewes
London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · £2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · £2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · £2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · £4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · £2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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