First train | 09:05 | |
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Last train | 09:05 | |
Departure station | Motherwell | |
Arrival station | Eastbourne | |
Journey time | From 7h 47m | |
Distance | 389 miles (626 km) | |
Frequency | 1 train per day | |
Changes | 3 changes | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Motherwell to Eastbourne? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 47 minutes to travel the 389 miles (626 km) from Motherwell to Eastbourne by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 47 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Lumo, ScotRail or Thameslink to Eastbourne. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Motherwell to Eastbourne in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
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, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Motherwell and Eastbourne is 7 hours and 47 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Motherwell to Eastbourne is 7 hours and 47 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Motherwell to Eastbourne. Travelling from Motherwell to Eastbourne by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.
The first train from Motherwell to Eastbourne leaves at 09:05. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Motherwell to Eastbourne leaves at 09:05. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Motherwell to Eastbourne cover a distance of around 389 miles (626 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Eastbourne to Motherwell.
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