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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Lewes is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Lewes is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Lewes via Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Lewes?

The distance between Portsmouth and Lewes is 53 miles. The road distance is 56.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £26 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Portsmouth to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Lewes train from?

Portsmouth to Lewes train services, operated by Southern, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Lewes train arrive?

Portsmouth to Lewes train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Lewes is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Portsmouth to Lewes.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 2040+ hotels available in Lewes.

Portsmouth to Lewes - 3 ways to travel via train, line 700 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portsmouth to Lewes by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Brightontrain Portsmouth & Southsea - Brighton / ...
1h 48m
£27–52
Drive 56.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Lewescar 56.3 mi
1h 3m
£14–20
Line 700 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Civic Offices to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the train from Chichester to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton / ...
2h 43m
£21–40

Portsmouth to Lewes by train

106Weekly Trains

1h 48mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.3 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Southern operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Brighton hourly. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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