- Must visit
World Rugby Museum
Small museum inside Twickenham Stadium exploring rugby union history through objects, kits and trophies. Ideal before or after a stadium visit.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Twickenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £37, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 87 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 42m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £17 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.
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.
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Trains from Eastbourne to Twickenham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Twickenham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Twickenham trip today.
Small museum inside Twickenham Stadium exploring rugby union history through objects, kits and trophies. Ideal before or after a stadium visit.
Gallery in Orleans House showing changing exhibitions of art, photography and local heritage in an elegant historic setting by the river.
Historic house museum with restored rooms, artworks and gardens, offering a strong sense of Georgian taste and literary connections.
Broad riverside green with sweeping Thames views, benches and open lawns. Popular for walks, picnics and relaxing near the town centre.
Attractive riverside walk linking central Twickenham with historic houses, gardens and boat views. A pleasant way to explore the area on foot.
Popular public park beside the stadium with sports facilities, open green space and easy walking routes. Handy for a break from busy match days.
Twickenham Ales are traditional local beers long linked to the area’s pub culture and match days, reflecting the borough’s established brewing heritage.
Sunday Roast is a classic local pub meal of roasted meat, potatoes, veg and gravy, widely eaten in Twickenham, especially on weekends.
Fish and Chips is a staple British takeaway and pub dish of battered fish with chips, commonly enjoyed in Twickenham.
Refined neighbourhood restaurant offering modern British cooking in an intimate, smart but approachable dining room.
Long-running Twickenham pub with Thai food, good drinks and a friendly local feel close to the town centre.
Historic riverside pub known for British classics, cask ales and a lively but polished atmosphere near the Thames.
Twickenham is moderate for Greater London: hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local rail and bus links help keep visitor transport costs manageable.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, 10% is standard for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not require tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne to Twickenham 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 Twickenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Eastbourne to Twickenham trains use the Eastbourne to Twickenham station pair, with some services arriving at St Margarets (London). Use this guide to compare Eastbourne and Twickenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Eastbourne.
Wi-Fi is available at Eastbourne. ATMs are available at Eastbourne.
Ticket office support is available at Eastbourne.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eastbourne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eastbourne: Bike Parking.
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.
Twickenham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Twickenham.
Wi-Fi is available at Twickenham. ATMs are available at Twickenham.
Ticket office support is available at Twickenham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Twickenham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Twickenham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Twickenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
St Margarets (London) is 1 km from Twickenham city centre. Public transport options include:
St Margarets (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at St Margarets (London).
Wi-Fi is available at St Margarets (London).
Ticket office support is available at St Margarets (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Margarets (London): Parking, Taxis.
Available at St Margarets (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Margarets (London): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station. Some step-free access, may be in one direction only - please check details. Step free access for trains towards Twickenham and Strawberry Hill. Steps required for trains towards Richmond. Access for Amyand Road for Platform 3 only, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Fulwell is 1 km from Twickenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Fulwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Fulwell.
Wi-Fi is available at Fulwell.
Ticket office support is available at Fulwell.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fulwell: Parking.
Available at Fulwell: Bike Parking.
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