Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 05
Cheapest price on Nov 05
$16
Average ticket price on Nov 05
$28
Fastest journey on Nov 05
50 m
Average journey duration on Nov 05
51 m
Trains on Nov 05
42
Distance
53 km
Cheap tickets

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 $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.

Fast trains

On Thu, Nov 05, we found 42 trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN), including 35 direct services.

On Thu, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .

On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 51 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.

  • SouthernG88190_C82930
    0 transfers
  • SouthernC82302 · G88190_C82930
    1 transfer
  • SouthernG26354
    0 transfers
  • SouthernC82920
    0 transfers
  • SouthernG26360
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN)

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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:58, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
32 miles (53 km)
Average train duration
58m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
50m
First train
3:58 AM
Last train
11:49 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
4 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN).

Train ticket prices from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12 (€10), while the average price is around $27 (€23).
The train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) takes 50m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) leaves at 3:58 AM.
The distance by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) is 32 miles (53 km).
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) leaves at 11:49 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN). This service operates 8 times per day, provided by Southern.

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, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
SouthernG26279
On time
8:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h54
9:20 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82790
On time
8:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h56
9:53 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26284
On time
9:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
10:17 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82800
On time
9:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h55
10:51 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26289
On time
10:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
11:17 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82810
On time
10:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h54
11:51 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26295
On time
11:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
12:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82820
On time
11:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h54
12:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26301
On time
12:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
1:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82830
On time
12:57 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h56
1:53 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26307
On time
1:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
2:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82841
On time
1:57 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h54
2:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26372
On time
2:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
3:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82850
On time
2:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h55
3:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26318
On time
3:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
4:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82860
On time
3:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h55
4:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26373
On time
4:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h53
5:19 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82869
On time
4:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h56
5:52 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26329
On time
5:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h54
6:20 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26374+Gatwick ExpressG77243
Delayed
5:47 PM 5:29 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)
1h06
6:35 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
1 transfer
SouthernC82879
On time
5:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h57
6:53 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26335
On time
6:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h53
7:19 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82889
On time
6:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h57
7:53 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26341
On time
7:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h53
8:19 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82899
On time
7:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h55
8:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26348
On time
8:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
9:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82910
On time
8:57 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h53
9:50 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26354
On time
9:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
10:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82920
On time
9:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h57
10:53 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG26360
On time
10:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h51
11:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
SouthernG88190_C8293010:51 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h00
11:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC82302 · G88190_C82930
On time
10:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h55
11:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)
1 transfer
SouthernG26367
On time
11:21 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h58
12:19 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)
0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 5
SouthernG88186_C8294512:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h01
1:44 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG88186_C82945+ThameslinkW4562112:50 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h54
1:44 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)1 transfer
SouthernG27019+ThameslinkW456471:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h35
5:34 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)1 transfer
SouthernG27025+ThameslinkW455774:58 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h34
6:32 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)1 transfer
SouthernG27028+Gatwick ExpressG772385:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h15
7:01 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)1 transfer
SouthernG263796:22 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h02
7:24 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)0 transfersDirect
SouthernG27032+ThameslinkW455606:35 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1h31
8:06 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)1 transfer
SouthernG262767:20 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h57
8:17 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)0 transfersDirect
SouthernC827807:58 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)
0h53
8:51 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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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.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
50m
Cheapest Southern Price
$12 (€10)
Southern frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
$31 (€26)
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Eastbourne station (EBN)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

There is no high speed train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN).
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.

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.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN).

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN)

Most Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Eastbourne station (EBN) trains use the London Victoria to Eastbourne station pair. Use this guide to compare Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Eastbourne station (EBN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Eastbourne
EastbourneEastbourne station, Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3QJWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Eastbourne from Eastbourne city centre

Bus4 · 7m · $4 · every ~2 min

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.

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