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East Grinstead Museum
Independent museum on the High Street exploring local history, buildings, trades, and community life in East Grinstead.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$15
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$24
Fastest journey on Sep 21
40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
52 m
Trains on Sep 21
12
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to East Grinstead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to East Grinstead will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 12 trains from London to East Grinstead, including 11 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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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G88383Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to East Grinstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 39m faster (58m by train vs 1h 37m by car) and roughly $9 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $29 (€24)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink, Southern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to East Grinstead trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C82318 · C22360 · SN740000 · G88369 | On time 5:02 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 3h48 | 8:50 AM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 3 transfers | |
C82320 · G88379 | On time 5:45 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 4h04 | 9:49 AM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 1 transfer | |
C82326 · G26744 · SN740000 · G88369 | On time 6:56 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h54 | 8:50 AM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 3 transfers | |
G88379 | On time 8:51 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h58 | 9:49 AM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88385 | On time 9:24 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h55 | 10:19 AM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88395 | On time 10:21 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h57 | 11:18 AM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88401 | On time 10:51 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h01 | 11:52 AM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88407 | On time 11:21 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h57 | 12:18 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88413 | On time 11:51 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h01 | 12:52 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88419 | On time 12:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h57 | 1:18 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88425 | On time 12:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h04 | 1:55 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88431 | On time 1:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h57 | 2:18 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88437 | On time 1:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h03 | 2:54 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88443 | On time 2:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h57 | 3:18 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88449 | On time 2:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h04 | 3:55 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88455 | On time 3:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h57 | 4:18 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88461 | On time 3:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h03 | 4:54 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88467 | On time 4:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h57 | 5:18 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88473 | On time 4:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h04 | 5:55 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88479 | On time 5:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h57 | 6:18 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88485 | On time 5:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h04 | 6:55 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88491 | On time 6:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h57 | 7:18 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88497 | On time 6:51 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h04 | 7:55 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G88503 | On time 7:21 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0h58 | 8:19 PM East Grinstead station (EGR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from London to East Grinstead run on average 8 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Independent museum on the High Street exploring local history, buildings, trades, and community life in East Grinstead.
Museum at the heritage railway telling the story of the Bluebell line, steam travel, and railway preservation.
Historic house with collections, furniture, and Arts and Crafts design details presented as a house museum.
Long medieval street lined with timber-framed buildings, shops, and historic facades at the heart of the town.
Large heath and woodland area nearby, valued for walking, views, wildlife, and open access across the forest.
Popular town park with lakes, woodland, play areas, and easy walking paths close to the centre.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to East Grinstead 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 East Grinstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to East Grinstead trains use the London Victoria to East Grinstead station pair. Use this guide to compare London and East Grinstead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
East Grinstead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Dorset Arms, The Old Dunnings Mill
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Ticket office support is available at East Grinstead. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at East Grinstead. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at East Grinstead: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at East Grinstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at East Grinstead: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Felbridge, The Grange Hotel, Travelodge East Grinstead.
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