How to get to Eastbourne from Exeter

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Compare train, coach and flight for Exeter to Eastbourne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £98 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £98, while a flight costs an average of £380.

Distance: 268 km

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£98

Average Price

Cheapest

£380

Average Price

£52

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 21m

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30m

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4h 57m

Average total duration

2h 57m

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2h 0m

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4h 35m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

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Loganair

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The cheapest way to travel from Exeter to Eastbourne is a train with an average price of £98.

This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Eastbourne:

A train is £282 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Eastbourne costing on average £380.

The fastest way to travel from Exeter to Eastbourne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 51m.

Other travel options to Eastbourne take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Exeter and Eastbourne including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 14m sooner (4h 21m by train vs 4h 35m by car). Tickets start at around £98 compared to roughly £52 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Exeter to Eastbourne

How to get to Eastbourne from Exeter by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Exeter to Eastbourne is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Great Western Railway
    11:065h06
    Exeter
    16:12Eastbourne
    £711One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Great Western Railway
    11:065h06
    Exeter
    16:12Eastbourne
    £711One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Great Western Railway
    11:065h06
    Exeter
    16:12Eastbourne
    £711One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Great Western Railway
    8:306h06
    Exeter
    14:36Eastbourne
    £711One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Exeter to Eastbourne

Travel to Eastbourne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Exeter to Eastbourne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Exeter and Eastbourne including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Exeter to Eastbourne is a train with an average price of £98.

This is compared to other travel options from Exeter to Eastbourne:

A train is £282 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter to Eastbourne costing on average £380.

The fastest way to travel from Exeter to Eastbourne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 51m.

Other travel options to Eastbourne take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 57m.

The Exeter to Eastbourne distance is approximately 268 km.
The average frequency per day from Exeter to Eastbourne is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Exeter and Eastbourne as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Exeter to Eastbourne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Exeter International Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Exeter St Davids (EXD) and arrive in Eastbourne station (EBN).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Exeter to Eastbourne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Loganair, British Airways to go to Eastbourne by flight.
  • Travel with South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway to go to Eastbourne by train.
Omio customers who travel from Exeter to Eastbourne often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Victoria (VIC), Brighton, London Gatwick Airport, Brighton station (BTN). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Eastbourne and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Exeter to Eastbourne, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Eastbourne, you can enjoy a ride on the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway, explore hiking trails and breathtaking landscapes in the South Downs National Park, and attend live music performances at the Eastbourne Bandstand. Take a leisurely stroll along the Eastbourne Seafront Promenade and delve into local history at the Eastbourne Heritage Centre. For stunning coastal views, visit Beachy Head and its historic lighthouse. Experience Victorian charm at Eastbourne Pier, or wander around Sovereign Harbour Marina with its shops and restaurants. Art enthusiasts can visit the Towner Art Gallery, while history buffs should not miss the Eastbourne Redoubt for military exhibits.
To fully experience Eastbourne, including its beaches, South Downs National Park, and local attractions like the Eastbourne Pier and Towner Art Gallery, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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