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Sussex Downs Line
Brighton - Seaford
1:15
Hours from
LONDON
3:30
Hours from
Manchester

This train line takes you from Brighton Pier to the iconic Seven Sisters chalk cliffs at Seaford, exploring the beautiful South Downs National Park.

Take the train from the seaside attractions of Brighton to historic, alternative Lewes. Southease's Youth Hostel is the perfect start for a walk on the South Downs Way. Enjoy Seaford's shingle beach and tranquil, traditional feel.

Thrill-seekers will love exploring Brighton Palace Pier. Don't miss Booster or the popular stomach-churning Turbo Coaster!

Highlights

Browse antique shops and quirky cafes in Lewes

Seaford's museum in the Napoleonic Martello Tower

Ideal travel to AMEX football stadium at Falmer

Find out more

Local line website

Have an adventure in the South Downs National Park

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Getting there

Easy access by road, using the A23 to Brighton or the A27 to Falmer and Lewes. There is a large car park at Lewes station.

All stations on the line are well connected by bus.

Ferries sail from Newhaven to Dieppe in France.

There are frequent trains from Gatwick Airport direct to Lewes and Brighton (30 minutes).

Route

Brighton - Seaford

Cost

Info
£5.80 Off-Peak Day Return

Opening times

7 days / week, all year

Journey time

35 minutes

Distance

17 miles

Time from London

1:15 hours (see itinerary)

Plan your trip

Explore this picturesque line and see what you can discover with our Countryside, Capital, and Coast feature.

Extend your trip and take a journey by train along the Sussex Downs Line as part of our Extraordinary Artifacts itinerary.

More lines to explore nearby

Nearby heritage railways
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