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Compare train for Eastbourne to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, and a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$60 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $60 (€49) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.59 (€-30.09). The journey takes 1h 47m versus 1h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Guildford
Trains from Eastbourne to Guildford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€49) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Southern from Eastbourne to Guildford trainsSouthern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Guildford from $59 (€49). 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 Guildford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne to Guildford 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 Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Eastbourne to Guildford
Most Eastbourne to Guildford trains use the Eastbourne to Guildford station pair, with some services arriving at London Road (Guildford). Use this guide to compare Eastbourne and Guildford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Eastbourne station do trains to Guildford 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 Guildford station do trains from Eastbourne arrive at?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre
London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
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