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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
53 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
56 m
Trains on 18 Sept
20
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne station (EBN) 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 station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 20 trains from Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
C82852 · G2642813:331h21Eastbourne station (EBN)14:54Gatwick Airport (GTW)£111One-way1 change- G2633817:050h55Eastbourne station (EBN)18:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)£111One-way0 changes
- G2633216:030h55Eastbourne station (EBN)16:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)£111One-way0 changes
- C82862 · G2643514:331h21Eastbourne station (EBN)15:54Gatwick Airport (GTW)£111One-way1 change
- G2632615:050h53Eastbourne station (EBN)15:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)£111One-way0 changes
- G2632615:050h53Eastbourne station (EBN)15:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)£111One-way0 changes
- G2633817:050h55Eastbourne station (EBN)18:00Gatwick Airport (GTW)£111One-way0 changes
- G2633216:030h55Eastbourne station (EBN)16:58Gatwick Airport (GTW)£111One-way0 changes
- C828028:300h58Eastbourne station (EBN)9:28Gatwick Airport (GTW)£181One-way0 changes
- C8287115:300h58Eastbourne station (EBN)16:28Gatwick Airport (GTW)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (58m by train vs 1h 5m by car). Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southern, Southern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:05 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h53 | 11:58 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:05 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h53 | 13:58 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| G26287 | 7:59 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h59 | 8:58 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82802 | 8:30 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0h58 | 9:28 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
G27030+ G27063 | 8:36 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h33 | 10:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
 W45553+G77150 | 9:14 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h21 | 10:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C82812 · G26400 | 9:33 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h21 | 10:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G27034+W45548 | 9:36 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h29 | 11:05 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C09939+W45521 | 9:55 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h40 | 11:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C82822 · G26407 | 10:33 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h21 | 11:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C09938+W45534 | 10:55 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1h40 | 12:35 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 53m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 19:00 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Southern from Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern trains will get you between Eastbourne station (EBN) and London Gatwick Airport from £9. 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 station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne station (EBN) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Eastbourne station (EBN) and London Gatwick Airport
Most Eastbourne station (EBN) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Eastbourne to London Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Eastbourne station (EBN) 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.
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