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Trains from West St Leonards to Polegate

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Trains to Polegate from West St Leonards

First train

05:41

Last train

22:22

Departure stationWest St Leonards
Arrival stationPolegate
Journey time

From 47m

Distance

13 miles (21 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Southeastern, Southern

What are the train times from West St Leonards to Polegate?

Check out the next trains departing from West St Leonards to Polegate for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
13:2314:371h 14m, 1 change
14:4215:4159m, 2 changes
14:4215:461h 4m, 1 change
15:2316:411h 18m, 2 changes
15:2316:461h 23m, 1 change
16:0017:031h 3m, 2 changes
16:0017:121h 12m, 1 change
16:2517:371h 12m, 1 change
16:5718:031h 6m, 2 changes
16:5718:121h 15m, 1 change

Plan your journey from West St Leonards to Polegate

Considering a trip to Polegate and need more information on how to take the train from West St Leonards to Polegate? Start your search with us today!

Usually, the train from West St Leonards to Polegate takes around 1 hour 10 minutes. Every day, there are around 13 trains running on this popular route.

There will be 1 change on your journey from West St Leonards to Polegate, as there are no direct trains.

Southeastern and Southern trains run on this route.

Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.

Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from West St Leonards to Polegate?

Want to know more about your journey from West St Leonards to Polegate? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Polegate from West St Leonards?

To travel to Polegate from West St Leonards, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 47 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from West St Leonards to Polegate?

Trains from West St Leonards to Polegate take an average of 1 hour and 10 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 47 minutes. You'll usually find 13 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between West St Leonards and Polegate by train?

The quickest journey time between West St Leonards and Polegate by train is 47 minutes.

Are there direct trains from West St Leonards to Polegate?

No, there are no direct trains running from West St Leonards to Polegate, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from West St Leonards to Polegate?

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for West St Leonards to Polegate is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

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