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Worthing Museum and Art Gallery
Local museum in nearby Worthing covering archaeology, costume, fine art and town history. A practical choice for understanding the wider area.
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portslade to Lancing is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portslade to Lancing will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portslade for Lancing every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 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.


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Trains from Portslade to Lancing run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 9m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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Local museum in nearby Worthing covering archaeology, costume, fine art and town history. A practical choice for understanding the wider area.
Specialist museum in nearby Worthing focused on military aviation and the former airfield, with aircraft, vehicles and volunteer-run displays.
Museum and gallery in nearby Shoreham-by-Sea with maritime, local history and art displays, set in a restored historic building.
Wide shingle beach and promenade ideal for sea views, walking and quieter time on the coast away from busier neighbouring resorts.
Chalk hill and nature area above Lancing with open downland, broad coastal panoramas and rewarding walking routes into the South Downs.
Historic estate landscape and open-access downs near Sompting, popular for walks, viewpoints and a sense of the local rural setting.
Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding with butter and lemon inside. It is a rich historic county dessert strongly linked with Sussex cooking.
Chichester lobster is a prized Sussex coast shellfish, usually served simply to highlight sweet local meat from nearby coastal waters.
Selsey crab is a classic Sussex seaside speciality, known for delicate white crab meat landed along the county coast.
Popular seafront fish and chip restaurant in nearby Worthing, known for fresh seafood and a classic, relaxed coastal setting.
Established Lancing Indian restaurant with a broad menu and polished dining room, popular for curries and tandoori dishes.
Well-known Lancing pub and restaurant serving British favourites, grills and roasts in a smart, comfortable setting.
Moderate for southern England. Accommodation is often pricier than inland towns, while dining and local buses are fairly typical for UK seaside areas.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portslade to Lancing 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 Lancing, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portslade to Lancing trains use the Portslade to Lancing station pair. Use this guide to compare Portslade and Lancing train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Fishersgate is 1 km from Portslade city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Fishersgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Station Cafe
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fishersgate: Parking.
Available at Fishersgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fishersgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via footbridge with steps, or long step-free route via street (700m). Platform has restricted width which may hinder use of train to platform ramps. Assistance Meeting Point is at the Help Point, 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.
Lancing 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 Lancing.
Ticket office support is available at Lancing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lancing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lancing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancing: 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. Access between platforms via the street and a level crossing. 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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