The average train between Eastbourne and Sandgate takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Eastbourne to Sandgate. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Eastbourne and Sandgate. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Eastbourne is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Sandgate at 11:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Sandgate. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne station and arriving at Sandgate station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
Eastbourne to Sandgate train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.
Eastbourne to Sandgate train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Eastbourne to Sandgate train tickets online with Southern and Southeastern.
The distance between Eastbourne and Sandgate is 69.5 km. The road distance is 90 km.
Southern operates a train from Eastbourne to Ashford International hourly. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 20m.