The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 7 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Eastbourne on Thu, Jun 25, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 54 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 Thu, Jun 25 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.
10:26 AM0h51London Gatwick Airport11:17 AMEastbourne$191One-way0 transfers
9:26 AM0h51London Gatwick Airport10:17 AMEastbourne$191One-way0 transfers
9:57 AM0h54London Gatwick Airport10:51 AMEastbourne$191One-way0 transfers
10:57 AM0h54London Gatwick Airport11:51 AMEastbourne$221One-way0 transfers
9:56 AM0h55London Gatwick Airport10:51 AMEastbourne$311One-way0 transfers
10:26 AM0h51London Gatwick Airport11:17 AMEastbourne$191One-way0 transfers
9:26 AM0h51London Gatwick Airport10:17 AMEastbourne$191One-way0 transfers
10:57 AM0h54London Gatwick Airport11:51 AMEastbourne$221One-way0 transfers
9:57 AM0h54London Gatwick Airport10:51 AMEastbourne$191One-way0 transfers
9:56 AM0h55London Gatwick Airport10:51 AMEastbourne$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne:
A bus is $0.99 (€0.82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Eastbourne take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 14m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (54m by train vs 1h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $15 (€13) 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
London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G26279 | On time 8:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 9:20 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82790 | On time 8:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h56 | 9:53 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26284 | On time 9:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 10:17 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82800 | On time 9:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h55 | 10:51 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26289 | On time 10:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 11:17 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82810 | On time 10:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 11:51 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26295 | On time 11:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 12:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82820 | On time 11:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 12:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26301 | On time 12:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 1:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82830 | On time 12:57 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h56 | 1:53 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26307 | On time 1:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 2:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82841 | On time 1:57 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 2:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26372 | On time 2:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 3:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82850 | On time 2:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h55 | 3:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26318 | On time 3:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 4:17 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82860 | On time 3:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h55 | 4:51 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26373 | On time 4:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h53 | 5:19 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C82869 | On time 4:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h56 | 5:52 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26329 | On time 5:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 6:20 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G26374+ G77243 | Delayed 4:47 PM 5:29 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h06 | 6:35 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1 transfer | |
C82879 | On time 5:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 6:53 PM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 51m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 9:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne 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 London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
Most London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne trains use the London Victoria to Eastbourne station pair, with some services arriving at Hampden Park. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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