The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN)
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 6 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Eastbourne station (EBN) on Fri, Nov 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Y28405
Y11151
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Y11149
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Y28387
Y11152
Y11151Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
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€23 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y28526 · SN532100 · Y30510 | Delayed 10:33 PM 10:28 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h35 | 12:03 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 2 transfers | |
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Y28387 | On time 8:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h53 | 9:19 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11149 | On time 8:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h56 | 9:53 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28395 | On time 9:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 10:17 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11151 | On time 9:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h55 | 10:51 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y28405 | On time 10:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 11:17 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11152 | On time 10:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 11:51 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN)
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 51m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Eastbourne station (EBN) from $12 (€10). 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) 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 station (EBN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 21:15 Saturday 05:50 - 21:15 Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, barbers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on the concourse and waiting areas on platform 1 and 2
- Storage location: Stands at the front of the station and sheltered stands near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off in the main car park until the end of 2021.
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