London Victoria to Chichester Trains From £2.50*

Hop on a Southern train from London Victoria to Chichester and you'll be in this historic city in around 1 hour 30 minutes.

The line crosses residential London boroughs, home-county commuter towns and Gatwick airport, making this a major route for daytrippers and those travelling to and from work. It's a pleasant ride, too - you'll enjoy views of the rolling West Sussex and Surrey countryside along the way.

The train operator of the direct train from London Victoria to Chichester is Southern. It operates mainly out of London Victoria and London Bridge and is the go-to for trips to Brighton, Chichester, Portsmouth and the south coast.

Departing from London Victoria

London Victoria is in the heart of London, moments from Buckingham Palace and within walking distance of Hyde Park and Westminster Abbey. It's served by the Victoria and District and Circle lines of the Tube, allowing for easy connections from other major stations like Euston and King's Cross St Pancras.

The main rail operators from Victoria include Southern, Southeastern and Gatwick Express. It's a popular station for commuters and daytrippers - trains connect the centre of London with suburbs like Clapham and Croydon, and towns on the south coast, like Brighton and Dover.

Main stops

Stops on the London Victoria to Chichester line include Clapham Junction, East Croydon, Gatwick Airport and Horsham. After Chichester, trains generally continue to Portsmouth.

Arriving at Chichester

When you get off the train at Chichester, you'll step out onto Southgate and Stockbridge Road, where you'll see signposts for the city centre. The main shopping streets, cafes and restaurants are an easy 10-minute walk away.

From the station, the city's main attractions are all within easy reach, including Chichester Cathedral, the Market Cross and the Pallant House Gallery. If you're heading to Goodwood, Chichester Harbour or the South Downs National Park, you can catch a local bus or grab a taxi just outside.

Chichester station is run by Southern and has links to London Victoria, Brighton, Portsmouth and Southampton. It's an ideal starting point for day trips along the south coast, too, thanks to direct trains to quaint spots like Barnham and Littlehampton.

Southern train classes

Southern trains offer 2 main travel classes. Here's a rundown:

• Standard Class. Every Southern service has Standard Class carriages with comfortable seats, free onboard Wi-Fi (look for the blue "Wi-Fi" stickers), overhead luggage racks, and plug sockets on newly refurbished trains.
• First Class. This is available on many of Southern's longer-distance routes and offers more spacious seating, quieter carriages and a calmer atmosphere—ideal if you want to work or simply relax. 

Southern train travel advice

Here's everything you need to know for your Southern journey from London Victoria to Chichester, including help for luggage, bicycles, children, pets and getting assistance when you need it.

• Luggage: Bags mustn't block the doors or walkways and should be stored overhead or in a designated space on trains from London to Chichester.
• Bicycles: You can bring your bike free of charge off-peak. Bikes aren't allowed on trains arriving in London, Brighton or Kensington Olympia between 7:00 and 10:00 or departing these stations between 16:00 and 19:00, Monday to Friday.
• Children: Kids under 5 travel for free (they'll need to sit on your lap if the trains are busy), while those aged 5–15 get discounted child tickets. You can save with the Friends & Family Railcard, too.
• Pets: Humans can take up to 2 pets each on Southern's trains. Furry companions need to be on a short lead or in a pet container, and will need to stay on the floor - not on seats.
• Passenger assistance: Book help through the Passenger Assist scheme at least 2 hours before travelling. The service helps passengers with reduced mobility. 

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.