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Pallant House Gallery
Modern British art in a refined townhouse setting, with an excellent permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. A cultural highlight in central Chichester.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
42 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
42 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 36 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester costing on average £18.
Other travel options to Chichester take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 8m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (42m by train vs 52m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £7 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.
The table below shows live departures for Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:57 Shoreham-by-Sea | 0h36 | 14:33 Chichester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 8:43 Shoreham-by-Sea | 0h42 | 9:25 Chichester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 35m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Modern British art in a refined townhouse setting, with an excellent permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. A cultural highlight in central Chichester.
Chichester's city museum explores Roman roots, archaeology and local history. The reconstructed Roman bath remains are a key reason to visit.
Independent contemporary gallery in the city centre, known for changing exhibitions by British artists. A lesser-known stop for current local art.
Large central park with open lawns, medieval walls, play areas and cricket. A pleasant base for walking, relaxing and linking several city sights.
Elegant street and square area known for galleries and historic townhouses. A refined part of Chichester that suits visitors seeking culture and architecture.
This partial walk along the old defences offers greenery, heritage views and a sense of the Roman street grid. Popular with locals for a short scenic stroll.
Sweet lobster from nearby Selsey, often simply dressed to showcase a long local fishing tradition on the Manhood Peninsula.
Briny oysters cultivated around Chichester Harbour, prized for their fresh taste and strong link to the area’s coastal waters.
A classic Sussex hard cheese with a nutty, full flavour, traditionally made in the county and eaten across local tables and pubs.
Established independent café and restaurant serving brunch, coffee and contemporary British plates in a casual city-centre setting.
Lively modern bistro in central Chichester, known for seasonal British cooking, steaks and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional pub just outside the city, valued for classic British food, local drinks and a cosy historic setting.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but local buses and casual pubs keep daily visitor costs manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester 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 Chichester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester trains use the Shoreham-by-Sea to Chichester station pair. Use this guide to compare Shoreham-by-Sea and Chichester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Shoreham-by-Sea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Shoreham-by-Sea.
Wi-Fi is available at Shoreham-by-Sea.
Ticket office support is available at Shoreham-by-Sea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Shoreham-by-Sea: Parking, WC.
Available at Shoreham-by-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shoreham-by-Sea: 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 street and 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: Yes, 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: Yes.
Chichester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Chichester.
Wi-Fi is available at Chichester. ATMs are available at Chichester.
Ticket office support is available at Chichester.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chichester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chichester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chichester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible taxis: Yes, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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