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Compare coach, train and flight for Plymouth to Lewes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Lewes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a flight costs an average of £144.
Distance: 298 km
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£99 Average Price | £144 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Plymouth to Lewes trains with Omio?
South Western Railway as well as Great Western Rail offer trains services from Plymouth to Lewes.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Plymouth to Lewes.
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Lewes.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth to Lewes.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to Lewes.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Lewes
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Trains from Plymouth to Lewes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £60 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 298 km distance in 5h 40m.
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 £60
Distance 298 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 17:55 |
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 £60
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail from Plymouth to Lewes trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Plymouth and Lewes from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 54m
Cheapest Price
£126
South Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 40m
Cheapest Price
£99
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Plymouth to Lewes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Lewes 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to Lewes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £99, while the average price tends to be around £99.
The train journey from Plymouth to Lewes covers a distance of 298 km and takes approximately 5h 40m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Plymouth to Lewes is 298 km.
The first train from Plymouth to Lewes leaves at 5:11.
The last train from Plymouth to Lewes departs at 17:55.
Trains from Plymouth to Lewes run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Lewes.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Lewes.
To get from Plymouth to Lewes, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Lewes.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Lewes is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Lewes station (LWS).
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Lewes is by coach, costing approximately £60.
Booking trains from Plymouth to Lewes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Plymouth to Lewes offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the rolling hills and countryside of Devon and Sussex, providing picturesque landscapes and glimpses of the coastline.
A day trip from Plymouth to Lewes is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 40m. There are 4 trips per day by train covering a distance of 298 km.
A stay of 1 to 2 days in Lewes is sufficient to explore its historic sites, unique shops, and nearby natural attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Lewes.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Lewes
Plymouth
Lewes
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your trip from Plymouth to Lewes.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Dockyard
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Dockyard
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Devonport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
The major train station for arrivals in Lewes is Lewes. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lewes for your journey to Lewes from Plymouth.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on all platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Cycle Hub in main car park, access via the Key.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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