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Towner Eastbourne
Modern art gallery with changing exhibitions, Towner collection displays and strong links to Sussex artists and culture.
Cheapest price on 17 Oct
£50
Average ticket price on 17 Oct
£67
Fastest journey on 17 Oct
3 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 17 Oct
3 h 19 m
Trains on 17 Oct
18
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Eastbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Eastbourne will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Oxford to Eastbourne you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Tube from London Paddington to London BridgeTrains from Oxford to Eastbourne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 1:06 |
Last train 22:05 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Eastbourne trains for today, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W34851+ G26279+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 6:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h20 | 9:20 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 2 changes | |
W35354+ C82790+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 6:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h22 | 9:53 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 2 changes | |
W34853 · G15090+ G26284 | On time 6:48 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h29 | 10:17 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 2 changes | |
W34853+ G26284+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 6:48 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h29 | 10:17 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 2 changes | |
G15119+ C82800+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 7:30 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h21 | 10:51 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 2 changes | |
W35357+ G26289+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria | On time 7:53 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h24 | 11:17 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 17 October | |||||
W35394 · C48618+ W45507+ W29075 | 0:10 Oxford station (OXF) | 7h30 | 7:40 Eastbourne station (EBN) | 3 changes | |
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Discover the best of Eastbourne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Eastbourne trip today.
Modern art gallery with changing exhibitions, Towner collection displays and strong links to Sussex artists and culture.
Local history museum in a manor house, covering Eastbourne's past through archaeology, objects and changing displays.
Military museum inside the Redoubt, showing uniforms, weapons and stories linked to coastal defence and wartime Eastbourne.
Dramatic chalk headland with lighthouse views and coastal walks. One of the area's signature landscapes and photo spots.
Long seafront promenade backed by gardens, hotels and theatres. Ideal for walking, people-watching and classic resort views.
Formal gardens beside the seafront with ponds, lawns and flowerbeds. A relaxing green space near theatres and galleries.
A classic seaside supper of battered white fish with chips. Eastbourne’s coastal setting makes it a staple local treat, often eaten fresh by the seafront.
Native or rock oysters served raw or dressed. Sussex and nearby Channel waters have a long shellfish tradition, making oysters a notable local delicacy.
Crab landed on the Sussex coast, often served simply in sandwiches or salads. It is valued for its sweet flavour and strong connection to local fishing.
Smart restaurant close to the seafront, known for seasonal British dishes, careful cooking and a calm fine-dining atmosphere.
Long-established seafront Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta and seafood in a lively, classic dining room.
Stylish seafront bistro known for seafood, grills and modern British cooking in a relaxed setting with sea views.
Eastbourne is moderate for UK seaside breaks, with mid-priced hotels, typical restaurant costs and low local bus fares, though summer and seafront stays cost more.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Eastbourne Station -> Eastbourne Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.

Most Oxford to Eastbourne trains use the Oxford to Eastbourne station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Eastbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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 via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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