What is the cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Lewes?

The cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Lewes is to bus and line 29 bus which costs £6 - £8 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Sussex to Lewes?

The fastest way to get from West Sussex to Lewes is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between West Sussex and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from West Sussex to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Foxfield Cottages and arriving at High Street via Bus Station and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between West Sussex and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from West Sussex to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Billingshurst and arriving at Lewes via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from West Sussex to Lewes?

The distance between West Sussex and Lewes is 42 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

How do I travel from West Sussex to Lewes without a car?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £21 - £45.

How long does it take to get from West Sussex to Lewes?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from West Sussex to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Lewes bus from?

West Sussex to Lewes bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Lewes train from?

West Sussex to Lewes train services, operated by Southern, depart from Billingshurst station.

Train or bus from West Sussex to Lewes?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Lewes is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 29 bus, which costs £6 - £8 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the West Sussex to Lewes bus arrive?

West Sussex to Lewes bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Old Steine station.

Where does the West Sussex to Lewes train arrive?

West Sussex to Lewes train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from West Sussex to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between West Sussex to Lewes is 25 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from West Sussex to Lewes.

How do I get a train ticket from West Sussex to Lewes?

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

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West Sussex to Lewes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 29 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from West Sussex to Lewes by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Billingshurst to Gatwick Airporttrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Lewestrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
1h 30m
£21–42
Bus, line 29 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Old Steinebus 17
2. Take the bus from Royal Pavilion to High Streetbus 29 / ...
2h 34m
£6–8
Drive 24.5 mi
1. Drive from West Sussex to Lewescar 24.5 mi
38 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Sussex to Lewestaxi 24.5 mi
38 min
£90–110
Bus, line 167 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Church Roadbus 100
2. Take the bus from Church Road to School Hill Bottombus 167
3h 20m
£16–21

West Sussex to Lewes by train

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Distance: 41.6 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between West Sussex, England and Lewes, England?

You can take a train from Billingshurst to Lewes via Gatwick Airport in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Foxfield Cottages to High Street via Bus Station, Old Steine, and Royal Pavilion in around 2h 34m.

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