How to get from London to Eastbourne

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What is the best way to travel from London to Eastbourne?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Eastbourne from London. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 18m
£45
£46
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What is the cheapest way to reach Eastbourne from London?

You can reach Eastbourne with just £45 by taking a Train from Southeastern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £45
Tuesday
from £45
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £45
Sunday

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Southeastern
    2h 33m
    0
    05:33
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:06
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £45
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 30m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £45
  • TfL Rail
    2h 40m
    0
    05:37
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £47
  • Transport For London
    2h 18m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £47

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Southeastern
    2h 33m
    0
    05:33
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:06
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £45
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 30m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £45
  • TfL Rail
    2h 40m
    0
    05:37
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £47
  • Transport For London
    2h 18m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £47

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Southeastern
    2h 31m
    0
    05:33
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:04
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £45
  • Southeastern
    2h 21m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:20
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £45

What are the fastest trips from London to Eastbourne?

You can get to Eastbourne from London in just 2h 18m with a Train from Transport For London. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 2h 18m
Tuesday
from 2h 18m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 2h 21m
Sunday

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Transport For London
    2h 18m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £47
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 30m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £45
  • Southeastern
    2h 33m
    0
    05:33
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:06
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £45
  • TfL Rail
    2h 40m
    0
    05:37
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £47

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Transport For London
    2h 18m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £47
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 30m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £45
  • Southeastern
    2h 33m
    0
    05:33
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:06
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £45
  • TfL Rail
    2h 40m
    0
    05:37
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:17
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £47

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Southeastern
    2h 21m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:20
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £45
  • Southeastern
    2h 31m
    0
    05:33
    London
    Charlton Station
    08:04
    Eastbourne
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £45
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from London to Eastbourne

What are the most popular stations in London and Eastbourne?

In London, you will usually depart from Euston Station, King's Cross St Pancras or Victoria Coach Station, while in Eastbourne you will be arriving at The Avenue, Church Street, Willingdon or Hampden Park Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Eastbourne from London? With 3 connections between 4 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between London and Eastbourne, you can pay as low as £45 with a Train from Southeastern.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Transport For London: you will get to Eastbourne in just 2h 18m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting London and Eastbourne are Southeastern, GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and TfL Rail, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in London and Eastbourne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Belsize Park or to Pevensey, and look at flights from Rochester Airport, and landing at Brighton City Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from London to Eastbourne?

The most popular companies between London and Eastbourne, are Southeastern, GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) and TfL Rail. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Southeastern, GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), TfL Rail and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from London to Eastbourne

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from London to Eastbourne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from London to Eastbourne

How can I reach Eastbourne from London?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Eastbourne from London.

How far is Eastbourne from London?

The distance between London and Eastbourne is 87.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between London and Eastbourne?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 15 kgs, and a flight 21 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from London to Eastbourne?

You can get to Eastbourne with just £45 by taking a Train from Southeastern.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Eastbourne?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Eastbourne in just 2h 18m with a Train from Transport For London.

More routes to London and to Eastbourne

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to London and to Eastbourne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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