Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

51 m

Average duration

57 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

36 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate 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 Polegate will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

To travel from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate you need to make at least one change.

Southern
20:020h51
Shoreham-by-Sea
20:53Polegate
£181One-way
1 change
Southern
20:320h58
Shoreham-by-Sea
21:30Polegate
£181One-way
1 change
Southern
21:020h51
Shoreham-by-Sea
21:53Polegate
£181One-way
1 change
Southern
21:221h08
Shoreham-by-Sea
22:30Polegate
£181One-way
1 change
Southern
21:540h58
Shoreham-by-Sea
22:52Polegate
£181One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 36 km

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Coach

£13

Average Price

£9

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Cheapest

1h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

47m

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30m

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3h 0m

Average total duration

2h 30m

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30m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate

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Trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate run on average 4 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 1h 7m.

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 £8
Distance
36 km
Average train duration
47m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 7m
First train
00:15
Last train
21:22
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 £8

Train companies: Southern from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate trainsSouthern trains will get you between Shoreham-by-Sea and Polegate from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
£13
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate 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 Polegate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A one to two-day visit in Polegate allows you to explore key attractions such as the Cuckoo Trail and nearby scenic spots like the South Downs National Park.
The cheapest way to get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The cost of a train ticket from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train distance from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate is 36 km.
Booking trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate departs at 21:22.
There is no night train service from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate.
The train journey from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate covers a distance of 36 km and takes approximately 1h 7m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Shoreham-by-Sea that goes to Polegate is Shoreham-by-Sea station (SSE), and it arrives at Polegate station (PLG).
The first train from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate leaves at 0:15.
Trains from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate.
Yes, you can take the train from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate.
To get from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, a day trip from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate is feasible. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m with a frequency of 4 trains per day and covers a distance of 36 km.
Yes, the train journey from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate offers scenic views, with picturesque countryside landscapes, glimpses of the South Downs, and charming Sussex villages along the way.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Shoreham-by-Sea and Polegate

Shoreham-by-Sea
Polegate
The major train station for departures in Shoreham-by-Sea is Shoreham-by-Sea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shoreham-by-Sea for your trip from Shoreham-by-Sea to Polegate.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 19:55 Saturday 06:10 - 19:45 Sunday 06:25 - 19:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area available in the booking hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front and car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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