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.

Where to Eat in Lewes

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Lewes (56 Cliffe High St) and Côte Brasserie - Lewes (82 High Street) are great picks.

When to visit Lewes

Lewes in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 376
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lewes in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 376
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 44 miles from Lewes. The shortest flight to Lewes from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 16h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Lewes, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Lewes to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around RM 86 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about RM 177 for a 1h 34m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Lewes Southease Church (Bus) is the busiest station in Lewes. Another popular train station is Lewes Cooksbridge, Sussex, located 2 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Lewes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 44 miles from Lewes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lewes, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Lewes takes 130 miles and will cost you around RM 19. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about RM 24 for a journey of 140 miles.

Plane

Although Lewes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London All airports (LON), which is located 44 miles from Lewes. The shortest flight to Lewes from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 16h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Lewes, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Lewes to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around RM 86 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about RM 177 for a 1h 34m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Lewes Southease Church (Bus) is the busiest station in Lewes. Another popular train station is Lewes Cooksbridge, Sussex, located 2 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Lewes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 44 miles from Lewes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lewes, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Lewes takes 130 miles and will cost you around RM 19. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about RM 24 for a journey of 140 miles.

Airports near Lewes

Airlines serving Lewes

Lufthansa
Good (4,604 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,591 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,921 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,710 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 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 Blacksmith's Arms Halland, Lewes offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 549 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 764 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 (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 647+
Leonardo Hotel Brighton
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 484+
Legends Hotel Brighton
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 366+
Travelodge Brighton Seafront
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
RM 378+
The Old Ship Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
RM 400+
Royal Albion Hotel
3 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
RM 621+

Hiring a car in Lewes

Expect to pay RM 8.84 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 RM 106.06 and RM 141.41. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lewes, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 8.84 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 RM 106.06 and RM 141.41. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lewes, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.