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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 6 trains that leave Eastbourne for London Gatwick Airport every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
C8282210:330h55Eastbourne station (EBN)11:28Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes- G2629810:050h53Eastbourne station (EBN)10:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- G262929:050h53Eastbourne station (EBN)9:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)£181One-way0 changes
- C828028:330h55Eastbourne station (EBN)9:28Gatwick Airport (GTW)£181One-way0 changes
- C828129:330h55Eastbourne station (EBN)10:28Gatwick Airport (GTW)£181One-way0 changes
- G262929:050h53Eastbourne station (EBN)9:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)£181One-way0 changes
- G2629810:050h53Eastbourne station (EBN)10:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- C828028:330h55Eastbourne station (EBN)9:28Gatwick Airport (GTW)£181One-way0 changes
- C8282210:330h55Eastbourne station (EBN)11:28Gatwick Airport (GTW)£171One-way0 changes
- C828129:330h55Eastbourne station (EBN)10:28Gatwick Airport (GTW)£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C82783 | On time 6:28 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h00 | 7:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26375 · C83042 | On time 6:47 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h07 | 7:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G26282 | On time 6:58 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h00 | 7:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82792 | On time 7:28 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h00 | 8:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26287 | On time 7:59 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h59 | 8:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82802 | On time 8:33 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h55 | 9:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26292 | On time 9:05 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h53 | 9:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82812 | On time 9:33 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h55 | 10:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26298 | On time 10:05 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h53 | 10:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82822 | On time 10:33 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h55 | 11:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26304 | On time 11:05 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h53 | 11:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82832 | On time 11:33 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h55 | 12:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 53m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 22:24 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Southern from Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern trains will get you between Eastbourne and London Gatwick Airport from £6. 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Eastbourne and London Gatwick Airport
Most Eastbourne to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Eastbourne to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Eastbourne and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Hampden Park from Eastbourne city centre
Hampden Park is 3 km from Eastbourne city centre. Public transport options include:
Hampden Park train station facilities and services
Hampden Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hampden Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hampden Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hampden Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hampden Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hampden Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hampden Park: 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.
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