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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Eastbourne
Cheapest price
£188
Average price
£197
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Eastbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Eastbourne will cost around £197 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £188.
To travel from Exeter to Eastbourne you need to make at least 3 changes.
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6:524h25Exeter11:17Eastbourne£1881One-way3 changes- 1:077h10Exeter8:17Eastbourne£1971One-way3 changes
- 5:524h59Exeter10:51Eastbourne£1971One-way3 changes
- 7:524h59Exeter12:51Eastbourne£1971One-way3 changes
- 9:164h37Exeter13:53Eastbourne£1971One-way3 changes
- 6:524h25Exeter11:17Eastbourne£1881One-way3 changes
- 9:434h34Exeter14:17Eastbourne£1971One-way3 changes
- 11:434h34Exeter16:17Eastbourne£1971One-way3 changes
- 17:154h35Exeter21:50Eastbourne£1971One-way3 changes
- 10:154h36Exeter14:51Eastbourne£1971One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £63. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £63, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 268 km
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£75 Average Price | £73 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter to Eastbourne train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Eastbourne trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 1:07 Exeter | 7h10 | 8:17 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
| 5:52 Exeter | 4h59 | 10:51 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
| 6:52 Exeter | 4h25 | 11:17 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
| 7:52 Exeter | 4h59 | 12:51 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
| 9:16 Exeter | 4h37 | 13:53 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
| 9:43 Exeter | 4h34 | 14:17 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
| 10:15 Exeter | 4h36 | 14:51 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
| 11:15 Exeter | 4h36 | 15:51 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
| 11:43 Exeter | 4h34 | 16:17 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
| 12:15 Exeter | 4h36 | 16:51 Eastbourne | 3 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Exeter to Eastbourne by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Eastbourne
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter to Eastbourne run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £63 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 268 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 268 km |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 0:42 |
Last train 22:29 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter to Eastbourne trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter and Eastbourne from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter to Eastbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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 Exeter and Eastbourne
Most Exeter to Eastbourne trains use the Exeter St Davids to Eastbourne station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Eastbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Exeter station do trains to Eastbourne leave from?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Eastbourne station do trains from Exeter 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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