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Trip Overview

The average train between Portsmouth and Lewes takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Portsmouth to Lewes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 3m
Duration
52 mi
Distance
£28
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Portsmouth to Lewes train times

Trains run hourly between Portsmouth and Lewes. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Lewes at 7:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    SouthernSouthern2h 4m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 44m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    SouthernSouthern2h 4m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 44m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    SouthernSouthern1h 54m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 54m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 54m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    SouthernSouthern2h 4m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 44m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    SouthernSouthern2h 4m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 44m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    SouthernSouthern2h 4m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 44m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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    SouthernSouthern1h 43m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Portsmouth to Lewes? 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.

Map of how to get from Portsmouth to Lewes.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 52.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Lewes, England?

Southern operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Brighton hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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