What is the cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Headley Down?

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Headley Down is to bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Headley Down?

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Headley Down is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Headley Down?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Headley Down. However, there are services departing from Cornfield Road and arriving at Wilsons Road via Old Steine, South Street, Bus Station and Hindhead Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Headley Down?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Headley Down. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Haslemere via Gatwick Airport and Guildford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Headley Down?

The distance between Eastbourne and Headley Down is 84 miles. The road distance is 65.2 miles.

How do I travel from Eastbourne to Headley Down without a car?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Headley Down without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Eastbourne to Headley Down?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Eastbourne to Headley Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Headley Down bus from?

Eastbourne to Headley Down bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from Cornfield Road station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Headley Down train from?

Eastbourne to Headley Down train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Headley Down?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Headley Down is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £22 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Headley Down bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Headley Down bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Old Steine station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Headley Down train arrive?

Eastbourne to Headley Down train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Headley Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Headley Down is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Eastbourne to Headley Down.

Where can I stay near Headley Down?

There are 575+ hotels available in Headley Down.

Eastbourne to Headley Down - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Eastbourne to Headley Down by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Guildfordtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
3h 47m
£38–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Old Steinebus 12X / ...
2. Take the bus from South Street to Bus Stationbus 1
6h 30m
£14–22
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Guildfordtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
5h 9m
£21–40
Drive 64.8 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Headley Downcar 64.8 mi
1h 35m
£16–23

Eastbourne to Headley Down by train and bus

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3h 47mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.7 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Eastbourne, England and Headley Down, England?

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Wilsons Road via Gatwick Airport, Guildford, Haslemere, and Haslemere station in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cornfield Road to Wilsons Road via Old Steine, Marine Parade, South Street, Bus Station, and Hindhead Road in around 6h 30m.

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