4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Eastbourne
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Eastbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Eastbourne will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 3 buses that leave London for Eastbourne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.
7:142h26London9:40Eastbourne£91One-way0 changes- 7:492h50London10:39Eastbourne£401One-way0 changes
- 9:162h55London12:11Eastbourne£481One-way0 changes
- 7:142h26London9:40Eastbourne£91One-way0 changes
- 7:492h50London10:39Eastbourne£401One-way0 changes
- 9:162h55London12:11Eastbourne£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 87 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Eastbourne bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Eastbourne coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:14 London | 2h26 | 9:40 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:49 London | 2h50 | 10:39 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:16 London | 2h55 | 12:11 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Eastbourne
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Buses from London to Eastbourne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Buses from London to Eastbourne
Buses from London to Eastbourne are offered by bus company National Express. There is one direct journey per day throughout the week, departing London at 8:00 p.m. Journey time on the direct coach is just under three hours. There is also one indirect service per day from Monday to Saturday, which involves a change in Brighton and has a journey time of three and a half hours.
What is the departure and arrival station for buses from London to Eastbourne?
Departure Station: Buses from London to Eastbourne depart from London's main coach terminal which is located next to Victoria Rail and Underground station in the south-west of Zone 1. The excellent transport links to Victoria make it easy to get to from anywhere in London, with a journey time typically taking between five and 10 minutes from Central London via bus.
Eastbourne: Buses from London to Eastbourne arrive at Eastbourne Coach Station in the centre of the town. From here it is a short walk to the main rail station.
FAQs: London to Eastbourne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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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