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Trains from Colchester Stations to Lewes (LWS)

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49

train journeys
per day

80

miles (129 kms)

2hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Colchester Stations to Lewes (LWS)

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Stations and Lewes , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Stations to Lewes is approximately 80 miles (129 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Lewes.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Lewes. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Stations to Lewes Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    07:54
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    2 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    08:22
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    08:56
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    09:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    10:56
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    11:56
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    12:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:56
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:56
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    13:56
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:26
    Colchester
    Lewes
    Colchester to Lewes

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
Address East Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Lewes Station

Station name Lewes (LWS)
Address Lewes station, Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:45
Saturday 06:30 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Stations and Lewes

The travel time between Colchester Stations and Lewes by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Stations and Lewes vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester Stations and Lewes can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester Stations & Lewes. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Stations and Lewes.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester Stations and Lewes, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.