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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Eastbourne

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$70

Average price

$70

Fastest journey

2 h 27 m

Average duration

2 h 36 m

Trains per day

Distance

87 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London 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 to Eastbourne will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London to Eastbourne without transferring at least 2 times.

X69124 · SN618700 · Y28417

09:42AM2h29

London Bridge (LBG)

12:11PMEastbourne station (EBN)

$701One-way

2 transfers

X70084 · SN686500 · Y28397

07:44AM2h27

London Bridge (LBG)

10:11AMEastbourne station (EBN)

$701One-way

2 transfers

X69036 · SN562400 · Y28407

08:42AM2h29

London Bridge (LBG)

11:11AMEastbourne station (EBN)

$701One-way

2 transfers

X70744 · SN474600+ Thameslink

X71821+

Y33329

06:44AM2h55

London Bridge (LBG)

09:39AMEastbourne station (EBN)

$701One-way

3 transfers

X71219 · X70437 · SN587300 · Y28427

10:30AM2h41

London Victoria (VIC)

01:11PMEastbourne station (EBN)

$701One-way

3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Eastbourne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a bus costs an average of €55.

Distance: 54 miles (87 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€51 Average price Cheapest	€55 Average price
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

London to Eastbourne train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday, July 12

Last updated at 9:55 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y29034_Y28543	10:17 PM London Victoria (VIC)	1h35	11:52 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)	0 transfersDirect
Y30211 · X70975 · Y28643 · Y33319	On time 11:08 PM London Victoria (VIC)	7h38	6:46 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)	3 transfers
Sunday, July 13
X70744 · SN474600+X71821+Y33329	On time 5:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)	2h55	8:39 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)	3 transfers
X70084 · SN686500 · Y28397	On time 6:44 AM London Bridge (LBG)	2h27	9:11 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)	2 transfers
X69036 · SN562400 · Y28407	On time 7:42 AM London Bridge (LBG)	2h29	10:11 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)	2 transfers
X69124 · SN618700 · Y28417	On time 8:42 AM London Bridge (LBG)	2h29	11:11 AM Eastbourne station (EBN)	2 transfers
X71219 · X70437 · SN587300 · Y28427	On time 9:30 AM London Victoria (VIC)	2h41	12:11 PM Eastbourne station (EBN)	3 transfers
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Eastbourne?

The best time to book your train from London to Eastbourne is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Eastbourne route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Eastbourne per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Eastbourne.

Trains

from $29

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Eastbourne

United Kingdom

Trains from London to Eastbourne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.

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

54 miles (87 km)

Average train duration

1h 50m

Cheapest ticket price

$22 (€18)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 23m

First train

00:01

Last train

23:50

Price information

Train providers: Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express from London to Eastbourne trains

Find the best trains to Eastbourne from London with Omio's travel partners Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express from $15 (€12). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

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. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Train information from London to Eastbourne with Southern:

Average Duration: 1 h 23 min
Cheapest Price: $15
Southern frequency: 25 a day

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. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from London to Eastbourne train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: $62

Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.

Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.

Train information from London to Eastbourne with Southeastern:

Average Duration: 2 h 7 min
Cheapest Price: $61

Train tickets from London to Eastbourne: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	10 €
2 weeks earlier	10 €	0%
3 weeks earlier	6 €	67%
1 month before	6 €	67%
2 months earlier	6 €	67%
3 months earlier	6 €	67%

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The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

Buying your train ticket from London - Eastbourne 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 67% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
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By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 67%.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Eastbourne

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Eastbourne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Eastbourne.

Cheap train tickets from London to Eastbourne can start from as little as $11 (€9) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Eastbourne is $57 (€46); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from London to Eastbourne is on average 1 h 23 min for the 54 mile (87 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between London and Eastbourne by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London to Eastbourne leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London to Eastbourne leaves at 11: 56 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Eastbourne without having to change trains with Southern. There are 3 direct trains from London to Eastbourne each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best London to Eastbourne train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern or Gatwick Express. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between London and Eastbourne to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 56 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Victoria, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Eastbourne, located 0.2 miles (260 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Eastbourne from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from London to Eastbourne by train is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London to Eastbourne including taking a train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Eastbourne

London

Eastbourne

The major train station for departures in London is Clapham Junction. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Clapham Junction for your trip from London to Eastbourne.

Clapham Junction Shopping

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

Clapham Junction station, St John's Hill, Clapham, Greater London, SW11 2QP

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30

Distance to city center

5 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transit options for Clapham Junction

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R

London Victoria Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU

Phone Number

+44 3450774224

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00

Distance to city center

1 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Public transit options for London Victoria

Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line

Gatwick Airport Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Gatwick Railway Station, Gatwick Airport, Crawley, RH6 0RD, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Provided by Excess Baggage Co located in the North Terminal, open daily from 06:00 until 18:00.

Parking

Car Park: Airport Car Park

Dining

Costa Coffee
KFC
McDonald's

Taxis

Taxi: Taxis are located in the South Terminal bus Station, about 200 yards from station concourse through airport complex

Accessibility

Escalators, elevators, induction loop, accessible ticket machines, impaired mobility set down, wheelchair ramp for train access, accessible toilets, accessible booking office.

Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Hilton London Gatwick Airport
Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central
Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport (North Terminal)

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms

Ticket Office

24/7

Car Rental

Car hire: Yes, various companies operate from both North and South airport terminals, 200 yards from the station.

Information Desk

Located inside the main terminal.

Public transit options for Gatwick Airport

Bus lines: GH1, 17, 18
Train lines: Thameslink, Brighton Main Line, Gatwick Express, Redhill Line, Mainline East, Mainline West
Onward travel information: Available from airport.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: The upper level of the bus station

London Bridge Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

London Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX

Phone Number

+44 345 711 4141

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:00 Saturday 04:45 - 01:00 Sunday 05:25 - 01:00 Ticket office is located on the lower level concourse.

Distance to city center

2 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: Various shops, cafes and restaurants

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

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

Toilets Location: The toilets can be located on the lower concourse. A Changing Place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Bridge. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, shower facility, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The facility is located on the on the upper concourse and can be accessed from an accessible lift on the lower concourse, at street level or via a lift on the London Underground.　 If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the Changing Place room, please speak to a member of staff, contact our control centre on 02072341108 or press one of our assistance help points throughout the station so we can help you gain access. Changing Places is a campaign on behalf of people who are unable to use standard accessible toilets and are usually more spacious, fitted with advanced equipment and provide the user with a private, comfortable and hygienic space.
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Located in Station Approach.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Public transit options for London Bridge

Onward travel information: The Bus Station is located directly outside the main entrance at upper level. There are also bus stops outside on Tooley Street. For further information on buses, a bus information kiosk is also located outside the main doors of the station at upper level.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London