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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 6 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Eastbourne 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 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 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.
C8281010:570h54Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:51Eastbourne station (EBN)£201One-way0 changes- G2628910:260h51Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:17Eastbourne station (EBN)£211One-way0 changes
- G262849:260h51Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:17Eastbourne station (EBN)£241One-way0 changes
- C828009:560h55Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:51Eastbourne station (EBN)£241One-way0 changes
- G262798:260h54Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:20Eastbourne station (EBN)£251One-way0 changes
- G2628910:260h51Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:17Eastbourne station (EBN)£211One-way0 changes
- G262849:260h51Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:17Eastbourne station (EBN)£241One-way0 changes
- G262798:260h54Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:20Eastbourne station (EBN)£251One-way0 changes
- C8281010:570h54Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:51Eastbourne station (EBN)£201One-way0 changes
- C828009:560h55Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:51Eastbourne station (EBN)£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 54 km
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1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C82860 | On time 15:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h55 | 16:51 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26373 | On time 16:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h53 | 17:19 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82869 | On time 16:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h56 | 17:52 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26329 | On time 17:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 18:20 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G26374+ G77243 | Delayed 16:47 17:29Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h06 | 18:35 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 1 change | |
| C82879 | On time 17:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 18:53 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26335 | On time 18:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h53 | 19:19 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82889 | On time 18:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 19:53 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26341 | On time 19:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h53 | 20:19 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82899 | On time 19:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h55 | 20:51 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26348 | On time 20:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 21:17 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82910 | On time 20:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h53 | 21:50 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26354 | On time 21:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 22:17 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82920 | On time 21:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 22:53 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26360 | On time 22:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 23:17 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88190_C82930 | 22:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 23:49 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26367 | On time 23:27 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 0:25 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 9 July | |||||
| G26279 | 8:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 9:20 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82790 | 8:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h56 | 9:53 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26284 | 9:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 10:17 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82800 | 9:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h55 | 10:51 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G26289 | 10:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h51 | 11:17 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C82810 | 10:57 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h54 | 11:51 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 51m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:22 |
Last train 21:26 |
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Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne 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: London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne
Most London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne trains use the London Victoria to Eastbourne station pair, with some services arriving at Hampden Park. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne 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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