Newhaven to Brighton Undercliff Walk

Clifftop views and concrete base sea walls

Route Overview

This linear walk starts at Newhaven Port, ascends onto the chalk cliffs, and heads west. You will walk past Peacehaven, drop down to the concrete Undercliff Walk at Saltdean (where cliffs tower directly above you), pass Rottingdean (home of Rudyard Kipling), and walk past Brighton Marina before finishing at the Brighton Pier.

Travel & Getting There from London Victoria

By Train: Take Southern from Victoria to Lewes, change to Newhaven Town. Finish in Brighton with direct trains back to Victoria. (Station: Newhaven Town / Brighton Station, duration: 1h 15m (Southern from London Victoria via Lewes)).

By Bus: Take National Express from Victoria Coach Station to Brighton, then ride the Coaster 12 bus along the Undercliff coastline to Newhaven. (2h 15m - 2h 45m from London Victoria)

By Car & Parking: Nearest car park is Newhaven Fort Car Park (BN9 9DS) / Brighton Marina Car Park. Drive time from London Victoria is approx 1h 40m - 2h 10m from London Victoria (62.8 miles via M23 South, A27 East & A26 to Newhaven). From London Victoria, take M23/A23 south, turn east onto A27 towards Lewes, then follow A26 south directly into Newhaven Fort.

Trailside Cafes & Historic Country Pubs

Refreshment and dining stops located along or near the Newhaven to Brighton Undercliff Walk trail:

• ☕ The Plough Inn, Rottingdean: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.
• ☕ Molly's at the Beach, Rottingdean: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I travel to Newhaven to Brighton Undercliff Walk from London?

Take Southern from Victoria to Lewes, change to Newhaven Town. Finish in Brighton with direct trains back to Victoria. (Station: Newhaven Town / Brighton Station, duration: 1h 15m (Southern from London Victoria via Lewes)).

Where is the closest car park for Newhaven to Brighton Undercliff Walk?

Nearest car park is Newhaven Fort Car Park (BN9 9DS) / Brighton Marina Car Park. Drive time from London Victoria is approx 1h 40m - 2h 10m from London Victoria (62.8 miles via M23 South, A27 East & A26 to Newhaven). From London Victoria, take M23/A23 south, turn east onto A27 towards Lewes, then follow A26 south directly into Newhaven Fort.

How long is the hike and what is the terrain difficulty?

Newhaven to Brighton Undercliff Walk covers 15 km (9.3 miles) with an estimated duration of 4 hours, graded as Easy. Starts at Newhaven Town Station and finishes at Brighton Station.