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London to Eastbourne by train
It takes an average of 1h 34m to travel from London to Eastbourne by train, over a distance of around 54 miles (87 km). There are normally 44 trains per day traveling from London to Eastbourne and tickets for this journey start from $11.23 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:34 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 12:02 am | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Eastbourne | |
| Journey time | From 1h 19m | |
| Distance | 54 miles (87 km) | |
| Frequency | 44 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $11.23 | |
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Traveling from London to Eastbourne by train
Looking to travel from London to Eastbourne by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 34 minutes to travel from London to Eastbourne by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 19 minutes though. You'll usually find 44 trains per day running along the 87 km route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Eastbourne.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from London to Eastbourne start from $11.23 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Eastbourne by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from London to Eastbourne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Eastbourne is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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