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Compare train and coach for Lewes to Eastbourne
The cheapest option from Lewes to Eastbourne is coach, with an average price of £5. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Lewes to Eastbourne among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 22 km
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£11 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest option |
53m Average total duration Fastest option 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lewes to Eastbourne
Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Lewes to Eastbourne, including 5 direct trains, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 26m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Lowest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Southern from Lewes to Eastbourne trainsSouthern trains will get you between Lewes and Eastbourne from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lewes to Eastbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lewes 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 Lewes and Eastbourne
Most Lewes to Eastbourne trains use the Lewes to Eastbourne station pair, with some services arriving at Hampden Park. Use this guide to compare Lewes and Eastbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lewes station do trains to Eastbourne leave from?
Lewes train station facilities and services
Lewes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lewes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lewes.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lewes.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lewes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lewes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lewes: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Steep ramp to platforms 2 and 3 (to London / some trains to Seaford / Eastbourne). Ramp is over 400m long and above 1:10 gradient). Lifts to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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.
Which Eastbourne station do trains from Lewes 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.
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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