The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lewes to Eastbourne
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lewes to Eastbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lewes to Eastbourne will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lewes for Eastbourne every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 22 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lewes to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lewes to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 22 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lewes to Eastbourne
Buses from Lewes to Eastbourne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 22 km distance in 56m.
Distance 22 km |
Average bus duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 56m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: Compass Travel, Brighton & Hove from Lewes to EastbourneYou can travel by bus between Lewes to Eastbourne with Compass Travel, Brighton & Hove for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Brighton & Hove
FAQs: Lewes to Eastbourne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lewes to Eastbourne by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Eastbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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