- Must visit
Towner Eastbourne
Art gallery in Devonshire Park with changing exhibitions, Towner collection highlights and strong modern British art programming.
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Take a train from Gloucester to Eastbourne and enjoy the approximately 132 miles (214 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 20:05.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Eastbourne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Eastbourne trip today.
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.
Official public transport app
Eastbourne Railway Station -> Eastbourne Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Eastbourne trains use the Gloucester to Eastbourne station pair, with some services arriving at Hampden Park. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Eastbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, 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.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need