The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Eastbourne
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
6 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Eastbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Eastbourne will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Of the 1 trains that leave Shrewsbury for Eastbourne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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.
8:596h18Shrewsbury15:17Eastbourne£821One-way0 changes
8:596h18Shrewsbury15:17Eastbourne£821One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Shrewsbury to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £81. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £81, and a coach costs an average of £81.
Distance: 300 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£82 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price |
6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Eastbourne
Trains from Shrewsbury to Eastbourne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £81 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 17:33. The fastest train covers the 300 km distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 300 km |
Average train duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 17:33 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
FAQs: Shrewsbury to Eastbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Eastbourne
Most Shrewsbury to Eastbourne trains use the Shrewsbury to Eastbourne station pair. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Eastbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains to Eastbourne leave from?
Getting to Shrewsbury from Shrewsbury city centre
Shrewsbury train station facilities and services
Shrewsbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shrewsbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shrewsbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shrewsbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shrewsbury: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shrewsbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Eastbourne station do trains from Shrewsbury 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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