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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Worthing to Lewes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Worthing to Lewes will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Worthing to Lewes you need to make at least one change.

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Trains from Worthing to Lewes run on average 12 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 39m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worthing 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 Worthing to Lewes trains use the Worthing to Lewes station pair. Use this guide to compare Worthing and Lewes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Worthing.
Ticket office support is available at Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worthing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. 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.
West Worthing is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
West Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at West Worthing.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Worthing: Parking, Taxis.
Available at West Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Worthing: 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 level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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: Yes.
Goring-by-Sea is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
Goring-by-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Goring-by-Sea.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Goring-by-Sea: Parking.
Available at Goring-by-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Goring-by-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Ramps below 400m Short steep ramps (below 400m and less than 1:10 gradient) to platforms. Interchange via 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, 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.
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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