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Compare train and coach for Chatham to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chatham to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 70 km
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£64 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs Southern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Chatham to Eastbourne.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chatham to Eastbourne
Trains from Chatham to Eastbourne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 21:33 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Southern, Southeastern from Chatham to Eastbourne trainsSouthern, Southeastern trains will get you between Chatham and Eastbourne from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chatham to Eastbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chatham 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chatham and Eastbourne
Most Chatham to Eastbourne trains use the Chatham to Eastbourne station pair. Use this guide to compare Chatham and Eastbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chatham station do trains to Eastbourne leave from?
Getting to Chatham from Chatham city centre
Chatham train station facilities and services
Chatham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chatham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chatham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chatham. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chatham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chatham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chatham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services to London via ramp to car park. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via ramp from Railway Street. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 250 metres. Step access between platforms available via the booking hall, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: In the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Eastbourne station do trains from Chatham arrive at?
Getting to Eastbourne from Eastbourne city centre
Eastbourne train station facilities and services
Eastbourne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Eastbourne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Eastbourne. ATMs are available at Eastbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eastbourne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eastbourne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Eastbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eastbourne: 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.
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