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Lewes Castle & Museum
Town museum inside Lewes Castle, covering Sussex archaeology, local history and views from the battlements. A strong first stop in Lewes.
Take a train from Twickenham to Lewes and enjoy the approximately 68 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:45.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Town museum inside Lewes Castle, covering Sussex archaeology, local history and views from the battlements. A strong first stop in Lewes.
Former Tudor house with furnished rooms and exhibits on domestic life. It gives a vivid sense of everyday history in the county town.
Museum in the former home of Virginia and Leonard Woolf. Displays explore the Hogarth Press, Bloomsbury links and the couple’s life here.
Steep historic street lined with old buildings, independent shops and antique outlets. It captures the character that makes Lewes so appealing to wander.
Central street and shopping area with historic facades, bookshops and cafés nearby. A practical and atmospheric base for exploring the town centre.
Accessible riverside walk with wetland views, birdlife and open skies. A calm route that contrasts nicely with Lewes’s compact historic centre.
A strong Sussex ale long brewed in Lewes. It is tied to the town’s historic brewery and is a classic local pint to try in local pubs.
Traditional Sussex pond pudding is suet pastry wrapped around butter and a whole lemon, then steamed. It is a rich county speciality with old rural roots.
A hearty Sussex stew of beef, onions and stock, slowly cooked with potatoes. It is a warming traditional dish linked to local farm cooking.
Stylish modern restaurant and wine bar serving seasonal small plates, local produce and a relaxed contemporary atmosphere.
Refined dining pub near Lewes serving modern British cooking, local ingredients and a polished but comfortable countryside feel.
Traditional Lewes pub known for Harvey’s ales, classic British dishes and a lively historic atmosphere in the town centre.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local buses are similar to other market towns near Brighton.
Service is sometimes included; if not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Twickenham 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.

Most Twickenham to Lewes trains use the Twickenham to Lewes station pair. Use this guide to compare Twickenham and Lewes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Twickenham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Twickenham.
Wi-Fi is available at Twickenham. ATMs are available at Twickenham.
Ticket office support is available at Twickenham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Twickenham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Twickenham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Twickenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Strawberry Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Strawberry Hill.
Wi-Fi is available at Strawberry Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Strawberry Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Strawberry Hill: Parking.
Available at Strawberry Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strawberry Hill: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. Ramp at approx 1:14 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Wimbledon). Short unevenly-graded floor at approx 1:10 gradient to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Richmond). Step-free access between platforms via full-barrier level crossing. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station 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.
St Margarets (London) is 1 km from Twickenham city centre. Public transport options include:
St Margarets (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at St Margarets (London).
Wi-Fi is available at St Margarets (London).
Ticket office support is available at St Margarets (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Margarets (London): Parking, Taxis.
Available at St Margarets (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Margarets (London): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station. Some step-free access, may be in one direction only - please check details. Step free access for trains towards Twickenham and Strawberry Hill. Steps required for trains towards Richmond. Access for Amyand Road for Platform 3 only, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station 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.
Lewes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lewes.
Wi-Fi is available at Lewes.
Ticket office support is available at Lewes.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lewes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lewes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lewes: 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.
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