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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Lewes (LWS)

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48

train journeys
per day

80

miles (130 kms)

2hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Lewes (LWS)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Lewes , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Lewes is approximately 80 miles (130 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 and Lewes.

There are 5 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 to Lewes Today

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

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 and Lewes

The travel time between Colchester 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 and Lewes vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 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 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 & Lewes. owever, there are 48 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 and Lewes.

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