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How to get fromLewes to Cowesby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Lewes to Cowes by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain train Brighton - Southampton Central
    2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry ferry RedJet West Cowes
    3h 51m
    £50–81

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Terminal 5bus bus 025
    2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus bus 032 / ...
    3. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    6h 26m
    £39–62

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  • Distance: 82 mi
  • Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Lewes, England and Cowes, England?

There is no direct connection from Lewes to Cowes. However, you can take the train to Brighton, take the train to Southampton Central, walk to Central Station, take the bus to WestQuay, walk to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Red Jet Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Red Jet Ferry Terminal via Old Steine, Heathrow Terminal 5, Coach Station, Marlands, Red Jet Terminal, and Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal in around 6h 26m.

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