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Towner Eastbourne
Art gallery in Devonshire Park with changing exhibitions, Towner collection highlights and strong modern British art programming.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bexhill to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Eastbourne take longer:
Bus takes on average 47m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (21m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€9) compared to roughly $5 (€4) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southern, Southern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Bexhill to Eastbourne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Art gallery in Devonshire Park with changing exhibitions, Towner collection highlights and strong modern British art programming.
Historic military museum inside the Redoubt. Covers Sussex regiments, wartime life and fort history in an atmospheric setting.
Volunteer-run museum about Eastbourne's development, people and seaside heritage. Good for understanding the town beyond the promenade.
Long pebble beach and promenade backed by hotels, gardens and the pier. Essential for sea views, walks and classic Eastbourne atmosphere.
Dramatic clifftop walking area in the South Downs. Popular for lighthouse views, chalk cliffs and some of the town's best scenery.
Elegant Victorian gardens between the seafront and theatres. Ideal for relaxing strolls, flowerbeds and people-watching near major venues.
Fresh cod or haddock in crisp batter with chips. A classic English seaside staple, especially popular on Eastbourne’s promenade and pier.
A traditional pie filled with Sussex beef, kidneys and rich gravy. It reflects hearty South East England pub cooking.
A full breakfast with eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, tomatoes and toast. A beloved local morning meal across Eastbourne cafés.
Well-known seafront bistro at The Grand Hotel serving modern British dishes in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Popular Eastbourne institution known for traditional fish and chips, with a casual seaside atmosphere and long local reputation.
Reliable pub restaurant offering Sunday roasts, pies and British comfort food in a traditional setting near the seafront.
Moderate for a UK seaside town; hotels rise in summer, dining is typical for southern England, and local buses are reasonable.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis often round up or add 10%. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Eastbourne Railway Station -> Eastbourne Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bexhill to Eastbourne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Eastbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bexhill to Eastbourne trains use the Bexhill to Eastbourne station pair, with some services arriving at Hampden Park. Use this guide to compare Bexhill and Eastbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bexhill is 1 km from Bexhill city centre. Public transport options include:
Bexhill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bexhill.
Wi-Fi is available at Bexhill. ATMs are available at Bexhill.
Ticket office support is available at Bexhill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bexhill: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bexhill: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bexhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step free access via long steep ramps (over 400m/gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Collington is 1 km from Bexhill city centre. Public transport options include:
Collington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Collington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Collington: Parking.
Available at Collington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Collington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Level access to each platform from either side. Access between platforms via steep ramps (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is at the entrance to platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cooden Beach is 3 km from Bexhill city centre. Public transport options include:
Cooden Beach has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Cooden Beach.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cooden Beach: Parking.
Available at Cooden Beach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cooden Beach: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Steep ramps to platforms (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Eastbourne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Eastbourne.
Wi-Fi is available at Eastbourne. ATMs are available at Eastbourne.
Ticket office support is available at Eastbourne.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eastbourne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eastbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eastbourne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Hampden Park is 3 km from Eastbourne city centre. Public transport options include:
Hampden Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hampden Park.
ATMs are available at Hampden Park.
Ticket office support is available at Hampden Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hampden Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hampden Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hampden Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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