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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
4
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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Eastbourne every day 4 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.
Travel Information
Compare train 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 train with prices starting from £6. 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 train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m 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, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:18 London Gatwick Airport | 0h53 | 13:11 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:35 London Gatwick Airport | 2h05 | 14:40 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:18 London Gatwick Airport | 0h56 | 16:14 Eastbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 £6 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 51m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 06:20 |
Last train 20:56 |
Train companies: Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne trainsSouthern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne from £6. 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 21:15 Saturday 05:50 - 21:15 Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, barbers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on the concourse and waiting areas on platform 1 and 2
- Storage location: Stands at the front of the station and sheltered stands near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off in the main car park until the end of 2021.
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:10 - 12:45 Sunday 06:50 - 14:25
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available in the Booking hall. There are unheated shelters on both platforms
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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