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Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Lewes (LWS)

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38

train journeys
per day

55

miles (89 kms)

2hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

04:16 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Lewes (LWS)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Rayleigh and Lewes , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rayleigh to Lewes is approximately 55 miles (89 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 51 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rayleigh to Lewes. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Rayleigh to Lewes Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:16
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    07:41
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:44
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    07:53
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:17
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    07:54
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    08:22
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:16
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    08:56
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:02
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    09:26
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:06
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    10:26
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    10:56
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:06
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:26
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:56
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:04
    2 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    12:26
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    12:56
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:46
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:26
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:56
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    14:26
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:26
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    14:56
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:46
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    15:26
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:26
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:56
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    16:26
    Rayleigh
    Lewes
    Rayleigh to Lewes

About Rayleigh Station

Station name Rayleigh (RLG)
Address Rayleigh station, Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HJ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
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 Rayleigh and Lewes

The travel time between Rayleigh and Lewes by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rayleigh and Lewes vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh & Lewes. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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