Trainline homepage

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains to Sussex

Save 61% on average when you buy in advance†

Book travel across Europe

From the stunning Sussex Downs to classic seaside destinations like Brighton and Hastings, trains to Sussex give you the chance to experience nature and fun in equal measure. Make sure to pack that bucket and spade (well, if you're going to one of the few non-rocky beaches!)

Visiting Sussex by train

Trains to Sussex will take you to one of the UK's prettiest counties, famed for its superb natural beauty and cultural towns and cities. Spend a day at the beach with the family in Eastbourne, discover the history of Hastings or enjoy a night on the town in Brighton. Reaching Sussex by train is easy and with beachfront arcades, museums and stately homes, there's an incredible range of destinations to choose from throughout the year.

Get Your Trip Started — Plan Your Journey to Sussex

Trains to Sussex present you with a myriad of destination choices. The major stations include Brighton, Chichester, Eastbourne, Hastings and Crawley. The main station in London serving Sussex is Victoria, and you can travel by train from London to Brighton in 50m. Other popular routes include Portsmouth to Chichester, which takes just 30m, as well as Canterbury to Hastings in 90m and Woking to Crawley in 1h.

At these fantastic destinations, you can visit the Royal Pavilion and Palace Pier in Brighton, Fishbourne Roman Palace in Chichester, St Clements Caves in Hastings and Tilgate Nature Centre in Crawley. Brighton is particularly notable for its great range of pubs and clubs and is an excellent destination for a weekend away with friends. Meanwhile, Hastings and Crawley are ideal for outdoorsy families who appreciate history. Other options for getting out in nature include taking the train to Falmer (part of Brighton) and then exploring the South Downs National Park. This is one of the UK's most impressive areas of outstanding natural beauty.

Top 5 destinations in Sussex:

Brighton

It's no wonder Brighton is one of the county's most popular destinations, as it truly has something for everyone. As well as historic landmarks, you can explore its modern culture at the Brighton Museum and Art Gallery.

Hastings

Steeped in history, Hastings is famous for the Battle of 1066, establishing William the Conqueror's reign in England. Hastings Castle is a fantastically preserved ruin from the 11th century that tells the tale of this iconic period.

Chichester

This is Sussex's oldest city and is well known for its ancient Roman history. Fishbourne Roman Palace is one of the country's most beautiful villas from the period, and the Novium is a striking modern building which houses artefacts from the era.

Eastbourne

Sussex has plenty of great choices as far as coastal resorts go, but Eastbourne is perhaps the best example of a truly traditional seaside experience. The kids will have an amazing time at Fort Fun, an outdoor play park with thrilling rides.

Lewes

Walk among the smart Regency-style streets and you’ll appreciate the calmer side of Sussex. Anne of Cleves House offers a look at the homes of one of Henry VIII's wives.

Reaching Sussex Quickly from London

Thankfully, everywhere in Sussex is very easily reached from London. Brighton takes a mere 50 minutes, while you can reach Eastbourne or Chichester in 90m, and Hastings in 2h. You can reach all of these destinations without even changing trains. London Victoria is the starting point, and trains run very frequently. For example, services to Brighton run every 10 to 15 minutes. So, you will be eating ice cream on the beach or enjoying a pint in one of the many pubs in no time. Usual calling points along the way include Clapham Junction, Gatwick Airport, Three Bridges, Haywards Heath and Preston Park (Brighton). So, you can start your journey from one of those locations if it's more convenient.

Most trains only stop once (at Clapham Junction or Gatwick), making for a very fast journey from London to Brighton. The main train operator for the county is Southern Railway, which covers the vast majority of Sussex. When transferring from one London station to another, your travel on the London Underground is included. For example, when travelling from Manchester to Brighton you will arrive at London Euston. You can then take the Tube to London Victoria using your train ticket and continue to Brighton. Birmingham to Brighton is another popular route, also passing through Euston and then Victoria.

Sussex Train Stations

Sussex consists of two separate counties – East Sussex (which contains Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings), and West Sussex (with Chichester, Crawley and Worthing). Getting to either of them is easy from London and other cities.

Train Stations in East Sussex:

Train Stations in West Sussex:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main train station in Sussex?

The main train station in Sussex is Worthing railway station. Check out live arrivals and station facilities for Worthing railway station.

Which train companies run trains to Sussex?

The primary operator of trains to Sussex is Southern.

How do I find cheap tickets to Sussex?

It's easy to bag cheap train tickets to Sussex. We'd recommend using a Railcard, buying your ticket in advance or travelling during Off-Peak hours if you can. Read our cheap train tickets guide to find out more.

Are trains to Sussex running?

There are frequent daily services to Sussex, although there may be fewer services on weekends and bank holidays. Check our live train times for up-to-date information on trains to Sussex.

Looking for more ideas?

†Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link
);