The average train between Lewes and Essex takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Lewes to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Lewes and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lewes is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lewes to Essex? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lewes to Essex. However, there are services departing from Lewes station and arriving at Essex station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Lewes to Essex train services, operated by Southern, depart from Lewes station.
Lewes to Essex train services, operated by Southern, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Lewes to Essex train tickets online with Southern, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Lewes and Essex is 113.9 km. The road distance is 153 km.
You can take a train from Lewes to White Notley via London Victoria, Victoria station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 22m.