The average train between Basingstoke and Lewes takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is an hourly train service from Basingstoke to Lewes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Basingstoke and Lewes. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basingstoke is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Lewes at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 45m • 1 change

1h 45m • 1 change

1h 45m • 1 change

1h 45m • 1 change

2h • 1 change

1h 50m • 1 change

1h 50m • 1 change

1h 56m • 1 change

2h • 1 change

1h 50m • 1 change

1h 50m • 1 change

1h 56m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Basingstoke to Lewes? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke station and arriving at Lewes station via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Basingstoke to Lewes train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.
Basingstoke to Lewes train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Lewes station.
Book your Basingstoke to Lewes train tickets online with South Western Railway and Southern.
The distance between Basingstoke and Lewes is 87.9 km. The road distance is 146 km.
You can take a train from Basingstoke to Lewes via Clapham Junction in around 2h 20m.