The average train between Dover and Lewes takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 Dover and Lewes. The earliest departure is at 5:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 8:48 PM which arrives into Lewes at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dover 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 Dover to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Lewes station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Dover to Lewes train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Lewes train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Hampden Park (Sussex) station.
Book your Dover to Lewes train tickets online with Southeastern and Southern.
The distance between Dover and Lewes is 95.4 km. The road distance is 121 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Lewes via Ashford International and Hampden Park (Sussex) in around 2h 57m.