What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Lewes?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Lewes is to bus which costs £60 - £95 and takes 12h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Lewes?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Lewes is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at High Street via London Victoria and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Lewes via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Lewes?

The distance between Edinburgh and Lewes is 446 miles. The road distance is 425 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Lewes without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £150 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Lewes?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Edinburgh to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Lewes bus from?

Edinburgh to Lewes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Lewes train from?

Edinburgh to Lewes train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Lewes?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Lewes is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £150 - £230. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 3h 54m, you could also bus, which costs £60 - £95 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Lewes bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Lewes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Lewes train arrive?

Edinburgh to Lewes train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Lewes is 425 miles. It takes approximately 8h 20m to drive from Edinburgh to Lewes.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Lewes?

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 1988+ hotels available in Lewes.

Edinburgh to Lewes - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Lewes by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
5h 42m
£155–222
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
4h 31m
£51–162
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 598 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
11h 16m
£86–145
Drive 422.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Lewescar 422.5 mi
8h 20m
£105–151
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
3h 54m
£54–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukxn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Old Steinebus 025 / ...
12h 20m
£60–92
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain
4h 59m
£110–336
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain
5h 3m
£106–318
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Lewestrain
5h 7m
£78–194
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain
5h 16m
£70–188

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) flights

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Distance: 443.2 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Lewes, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lewes via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 5 times a day.

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