4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Lewes
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Lewes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Lewes will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Lewes 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 94 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
8:092h47Reading10:56Lewes£261One-way0 changes
- 8:092h47Reading10:56Lewes£261One-way0 changes
Live departures
Reading to Lewes train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Lewes trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:09 Reading | 2h47 | 10:56 Lewes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Lewes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Lewes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 1:02 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Reading to Lewes trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Reading and Lewes from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Lewes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Lewes
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
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Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to
- 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 and at the car park
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on all platforms
- Storage location: Cycle Hub in main car park, access via the Key
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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