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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Eastbourne
Showing times and prices for 24 Nov
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
79 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Eastbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Eastbourne will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Canterbury 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 trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.
08:332h12
Canterbury10:45Eastbourne
£321One-way
0 changes
10:232h22
Canterbury12:45Eastbourne
£321One-way
0 changes
11:232h22
Canterbury13:45Eastbourne
£321One-way
0 changes
08:232h22
Canterbury10:45Eastbourne
£321One-way
0 changes
04:202h23
Canterbury06:43Eastbourne
£331One-way
0 changes
08:332h12
Canterbury10:45Eastbourne
£321One-way
0 changes
11:232h22
Canterbury13:45Eastbourne
£321One-way
0 changes
10:232h22
Canterbury12:45Eastbourne
£321One-way
0 changes
08:232h22
Canterbury10:45Eastbourne
£321One-way
0 changes
04:202h23
Canterbury06:43Eastbourne
£331One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £32.
Distance: 79 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Canterbury to Eastbourne train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Eastbourne trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 09:10
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:23 Canterbury | 2h22 | 14:45 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:23 Canterbury | 2h22 | 20:45 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
| 04:20 Canterbury | 2h23 | 06:43 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:23 Canterbury | 2h22 | 10:45 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:33 Canterbury | 2h12 | 10:45 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Eastbourne
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Trains from Canterbury to Eastbourne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:22, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 2h 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 03:22 |
Last train 21:54 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Southern, Southeastern from Canterbury to Eastbourne trainsSouthern, Southeastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Eastbourne from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Price
£21
Southern frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Price
£29
Southeastern frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Canterbury to Eastbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Eastbourne by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Eastbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
In Eastbourne, you can enjoy a ride on the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway, explore hiking trails and breathtaking landscapes in the South Downs National Park, and attend live music performances at the Eastbourne Bandstand. Take a leisurely stroll along the Eastbourne Seafront Promenade and delve into local history at the Eastbourne Heritage Centre. For stunning coastal views, visit Beachy Head and its historic lighthouse. Experience Victorian charm at Eastbourne Pier, or wander around Sovereign Harbour Marina with its shops and restaurants. Art enthusiasts can visit the Towner Art Gallery, while history buffs should not miss the Eastbourne Redoubt for military exhibits.
To fully experience Eastbourne, including its beaches, South Downs National Park, and local attractions like the Eastbourne Pier and Towner Art Gallery, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Eastbourne is by train, costing approximately £21.
The train distance from Canterbury to Eastbourne is 79 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury to Eastbourne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £32.
Booking trains from Canterbury to Eastbourne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Canterbury to Eastbourne departs at 21:54.
The train journey from Canterbury to Eastbourne covers a distance of 79 km and takes approximately 2h 12m. Trains run 7 per day.
There is no night train service from Canterbury to Eastbourne.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Eastbourne is Canterbury West (CBW), and it arrives at Eastbourne station (EBN).
The first train from Canterbury to Eastbourne leaves at 3:22.
Trains from Canterbury to Eastbourne run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury to Eastbourne.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury to Eastbourne.
The train journey from Canterbury to Eastbourne offers scenic views, including the rolling countryside of Kent and the coastal landscapes near Eastbourne, providing a picturesque travel experience.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury to Eastbourne.
To get from Canterbury to Eastbourne, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Canterbury to Eastbourne is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 12m. However, there are 7 trains per day available for this route. The distance is 79 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Eastbourne
Canterbury
Eastbourne
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury East for your trip from Canterbury to Eastbourne.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Eastbourne is Eastbourne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Eastbourne for your journey to Eastbourne from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 21:15 Saturday 05:50 - 21:15 Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, barbers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on the concourse and waiting areas on platform 1 and 2
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Stands at the front of the station and sheltered stands near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Eastbourne
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off in the main car park until the end of 2021.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:10 - 12:45 Sunday 06:50 - 14:25
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available in the Booking hall. There are unheated shelters on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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