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It takes an average of 1h 52m to travel from London Waterloo to Eastbourne by train, over a distance of around 54 miles (86 km). There are normally 57 trains per day travelling from London Waterloo to Eastbourne and tickets for this journey start from £14.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:50 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo | |
| Arrival station | Eastbourne | |
| Journey time | From 1h 35m | |
| Distance | 54 miles (86 km) | |
| Frequency | 57 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £14.50 | |
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Take the train from London Waterloo to Eastbourne in 1 hour 35 minutes
If you want to travel from London Waterloo to Eastbourne by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from London Waterloo to Eastbourne by train to take around 1 hour 52 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 57 trains per day running on this route, which spans 54 miles (86 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Eastbourne. You can travel on this route with either South Western Railway or Southern trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from London Waterloo to Eastbourne start from £14.50 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from London Waterloo 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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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Eastbourne?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.