What is the cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Launceston?

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Launceston is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Launceston?

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Launceston is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at Westgate Street via South Terminal Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Royal Parade and New Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Okehampton via Gatwick Airport, Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Launceston?

The distance between Eastbourne and Launceston is 273 miles. The road distance is 233.4 miles.

How do I travel from Eastbourne to Launceston without a car?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £100 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Eastbourne to Launceston?

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Eastbourne to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Launceston bus from?

Eastbourne to Launceston bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Gildredge Road station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Launceston?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Launceston is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Launceston bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Launceston bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Gatwick South Terminal station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Launceston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Launceston is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Eastbourne to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1310+ hotels available in Launceston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 5m
£107–201
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
13h 30m
£58–91
Drive 232.1 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Launcestoncar 232.1 mi
4h 30m
£58–83
Bus, train, line 306 bus
1. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Brighton Stationbus 12X / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Salisburytrain
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the bus from Clifton Place to Railway Stationbus 66
6. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 306
11h 10m
£78–152

Eastbourne to Launceston by train and bus

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Distance: 271.3 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Eastbourne, England and Launceston, England?

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Kensey Valley Meadow via Gatwick Airport, Reading, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to Westgate Street via Gatwick South Terminal, South Terminal Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Royal Parade, and New Road in around 13h 30m.

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