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Compare train for Plymouth to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $65, and a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 196 miles (316 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$113 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (5h 7m by train vs 5h 38m by car). Tickets start at around $113 (€93) compared to roughly $86 (€71) 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.
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
Plymouth to Eastbourne train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Eastbourne trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:27 AM Plymouth | 7h09 | 2:36 PM Eastbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Eastbourne
Trains from Plymouth to Eastbourne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (316 km) distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 196 miles (316 km) |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Plymouth to Eastbourne trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Plymouth and Eastbourne from $65 (€53). 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 Plymouth to Eastbourne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Eastbourne
Most Plymouth to Eastbourne trains use the Plymouth to Eastbourne station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Eastbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plymouth station do trains to Eastbourne leave from?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Eastbourne station do trains from Plymouth arrive at?
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.
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