Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lewes travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lewes

With a population of 16,479, Lewes is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom.

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Where to Eat in Lewes

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fork Lewes (14 Station Street) and Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Lewes (56 Cliffe High St) are great picks.

When to visit Lewes

Lewes in March
Estimated hotel price
S$ 90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lewes in March
Estimated hotel price
S$ 90
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lewes

Plane

Although Lewes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London All airports (LON), which is located 71 km from Lewes. The shortest flight to Lewes from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Lewes, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Lewes to Southampton takes 1h 50m and costs around S$ 50 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cardiff, expect to pay about S$ 76 for a 1h 53m trip. Located 5 km from the city centre, Lewes Southease Church (Bus) is the busiest station in Lewes. Another popular train station is Lewes Cooksbridge, Sussex, located 3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Lewes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 70 km from Lewes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lewes, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Lewes takes 153 km and will cost you around S$ 12. From Bristol, the ticket costs about S$ 9 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

Although Lewes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London All airports (LON), which is located 71 km from Lewes. The shortest flight to Lewes from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Lewes, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Lewes to Southampton takes 1h 50m and costs around S$ 50 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cardiff, expect to pay about S$ 76 for a 1h 53m trip. Located 5 km from the city centre, Lewes Southease Church (Bus) is the busiest station in Lewes. Another popular train station is Lewes Cooksbridge, Sussex, located 3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Lewes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 70 km from Lewes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lewes, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Lewes takes 153 km and will cost you around S$ 12. From Bristol, the ticket costs about S$ 9 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Lewes

SOUSouthampton Eastleigh

Airlines serving Lewes

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lewes

From 5-star hotels such as the Beechwood B&B to great affordable options like the The Blacksmiths Arms, Lewes offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 177 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 273 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lewes

Most booked hotels in Lewes

The Grand Brighton
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 196+
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Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 184+
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Leonardo Hotel Brighton
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 147+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 182+
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Travelodge Brighton Seafront
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
S$ 119+
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The Old Ship Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
S$ 113+
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Hiring a car in Lewes

Expect to pay S$ 2.28 per litre in Lewes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 27.32 and S$ 36.43. The most frequently booked car type in Lewes is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 2.28 per litre in Lewes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 27.32 and S$ 36.43. The most frequently booked car type in Lewes is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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