Greater Anglia
Southeastern
Trains to Eastbourne from Southend
| First train | 03:16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:38 | |
| Departure station | Southend | |
| Arrival station | Eastbourne | |
| Journey time | From 2h 50m | |
| Distance | 57 miles (91 km) | |
| Frequency | 96 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators |
Travelling from Southend to Eastbourne by train
If you're planning to travel from Southend to Eastbourne, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Southend to Eastbourne takes around 3 hours 44 minutes. There are normally 96 trains per day travelling from Southend to Eastbourne.
You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Eastbourne, as there are no direct trains.
Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Thameslink and c2c trains operate on this route.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southend 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.
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2. Use a Railcard
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3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Southend to Eastbourne is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.