What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Lewes?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Lewes is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Lewes?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Lewes is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Lewes via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Reading to Lewes?

The distance between Reading and Lewes is 76 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Lewes without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Lewes?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Reading to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lewes bus from?

Reading to Lewes bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lewes train from?

Reading to Lewes train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Lewes?

The best way to get from Reading to Lewes is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £60 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Reading to Lewes bus arrive?

Reading to Lewes bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Lewes train arrive?

Reading to Lewes train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Reading to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Lewes is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Reading to Lewes.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Lewes?

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 1980+ hotels available in Lewes.

Reading to Lewes - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Lewes by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick AirportReading - Gatwick Airport
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to LewesLondon Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 22m
£38–61
Drive 72.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Lewes72.3 mi
1h 45m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Old Steine025
3h 48m
£46–59

Reading to Lewes by train

222Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75.1 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Lewes via Gatwick Airport in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to High Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Old Steine, and Royal Pavilion in around 3h 48m.

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