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Compare train for Eastbourne to Ashford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Ashford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 20m by train vs 1h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $16 (€14) 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.
Live departures
Eastbourne to Ashford train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Ashford trains for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C09816 | On time 6:44 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h23 | 8:07 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32625 | On time 7:46 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h24 | 9:10 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32601 | On time 8:50 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h20 | 10:10 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32619 | On time 9:50 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h20 | 11:10 AM Ashford International (AFK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32581 | On time 10:50 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h20 | 12:10 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32615 | On time 11:50 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h20 | 1:10 PM Ashford International (AFK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Ashford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Eastbourne to Ashford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€22) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Southern from Eastbourne to Ashford trainsSouthern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Ashford from $26 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Eastbourne to Ashford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne to Ashford 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 Ashford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Eastbourne to Ashford
Most Eastbourne to Ashford trains use the Eastbourne to Ashford International station pair. Use this guide to compare Eastbourne and Ashford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Eastbourne station do trains to Ashford leave from?
Getting to Eastbourne from Eastbourne city centre
Eastbourne train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Eastbourne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Eastbourne. ATMs are available at Eastbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eastbourne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eastbourne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Eastbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Hampden Park from Eastbourne city centre
Hampden Park is 3 km from Eastbourne city centre. Public transport options include:
Hampden Park train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Hampden Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hampden Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hampden Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hampden Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hampden Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Ashford station do trains from Eastbourne arrive at?
Getting to Ashford International from Ashford city centre
Ashford International train station facilities and services
Ashford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ashford International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ashford International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ashford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashford International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ashford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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