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Bexhill Museum
Local museum covering Bexhill’s social history, costume, archaeology and the town’s motoring links. Compact, informative and well suited to first-time visitors.
Trains from Polegate to Bexhill run on average 12 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 20m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:10 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Local museum covering Bexhill’s social history, costume, archaeology and the town’s motoring links. Compact, informative and well suited to first-time visitors.
Contemporary gallery inside the De La Warr Pavilion presenting changing exhibitions by modern and contemporary artists in a notable seafront setting.
Community-run gallery showing rotating exhibitions by local artists and makers. A good place to discover Bexhill’s creative scene beyond the main pavilion.
Long seafront promenade ideal for walking, sea views and easy access to key sights. A classic Bexhill experience and a practical way to explore the coast.
Historic quarter with older cottages, churchyards and winding lanes. It offers a quieter side of town and a pleasant contrast to the seafront modernism.
Well-kept public park with lawns, play areas, a lake and seasonal events. A relaxed green space close to the centre for families and casual strolls.
A Sussex seaside staple of freshly caught fish in crisp batter with chips. Best by the coast, reflecting Bexhill's long fishing and holiday tradition.
Smoked herring, often grilled or served on toast. Once a common Sussex coastal breakfast, valued for its strong flavour and local fishing heritage.
A rustic Sussex dish of pork, bacon and haricot beans slow-cooked together. It is a hearty county classic linked to local farmhouse cooking.
Well-known Italian restaurant with pizzas, pasta and seafood in a smart but welcoming setting on Bexhill seafront.
Popular seafront fish and chip shop known for classic suppers and relaxed seaside dining close to the promenade.
Stylish bistro at the De La Warr Pavilion serving modern British dishes, coffee and drinks with sea views and a cultural setting.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Dining and cafés are fairly priced, but hotels in peak season can rise. Local buses and rail are typical UK costs.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Polegate to Bexhill 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 Bexhill, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Polegate to Bexhill trains use the Polegate to Bexhill station pair, with some services arriving at Collington. Use this guide to compare Polegate and Bexhill train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Polegate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Polegate.
Ticket office support is available at Polegate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Polegate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Polegate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Polegate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short ramps (below 400m and less than 1:10 gradient). Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is at the main entrance on platform 2, 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.
Bexhill is 1 km from Bexhill city centre. Public transport options include:
Bexhill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bexhill.
Wi-Fi is available at Bexhill. ATMs are available at Bexhill.
Ticket office support is available at Bexhill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bexhill: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bexhill: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bexhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step free access via long steep ramps (over 400m/gradient above 1:10). 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.
Collington is 1 km from Bexhill city centre. Public transport options include:
Collington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Collington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Collington: Parking.
Available at Collington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Collington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Level access to each platform from either side. Access between platforms via steep ramps (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is at the entrance to platform 1, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cooden Beach is 3 km from Bexhill city centre. Public transport options include:
Cooden Beach has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Cooden Beach.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cooden Beach: Parking.
Available at Cooden Beach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cooden Beach: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Steep ramps to platforms (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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