4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£160
Average price
£164
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to Cardiff will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.
To travel from Eastbourne to Cardiff you need to make at least 2 changes.
4:494h19Eastbourne9:08Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes- 6:284h39Eastbourne11:07Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes
- 7:284h42Eastbourne12:10Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes
- 7:594h38Eastbourne12:37Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes
- 8:334h43Eastbourne13:16Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes
- 4:494h19Eastbourne9:08Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes
- 9:054h30Eastbourne13:35Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes
- 7:594h38Eastbourne12:37Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes
- 6:284h39Eastbourne11:07Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes
- 7:284h42Eastbourne12:10Cardiff£1601One-way2 changes
Live departures
Eastbourne to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Cardiff trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:05 Eastbourne | 4h30 | 13:35 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
| 4:49 Eastbourne | 4h19 | 9:08 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
| 5:51 Eastbourne | 5h55 | 11:46 Cardiff | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Eastbourne to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 21:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southern from Eastbourne to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Cardiff from £59. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Eastbourne to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Eastbourne and Cardiff
Most Eastbourne to Cardiff trains use the Eastbourne to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Eastbourne and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Eastbourne station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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