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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Rainham is to line 51 bus and line 7 bus which costs £6 - £9 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Rainham is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Rainham?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at The Cricketers via Bus Station, War Memorial and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Rainham?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Rainham (Kent) via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Rainham?

The distance between Eastbourne and Rainham is 105 miles. The road distance is 55.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Rainham without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Eastbourne to Rainham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Rainham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Rainham train from?

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

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Rainham?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Rainham is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 500 bus and line 29 bus and line 7 bus and line 130 bus, which costs and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Rainham bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Rainham bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Rainham train arrive?

Eastbourne to Rainham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Rainham?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Rainham is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Eastbourne to Rainham.

How do I get a train ticket from Eastbourne to Rainham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Eastbourne to Rainham?

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Where can I stay near Rainham?

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Eastbourne to Rainham - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 500 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rainham (Kent)train London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 44m
£54–106
Line 51 bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Fire Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
5h 45m
£7–9
Line 500 bus, line 29 bus, line 7 bus, line 130 bus
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Bus Stationbus 500
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to War Memorialbus 29 / ...
3. Take the bus from War Memorial to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7
4. Take the bus from King Street to The Cricketersbus 130
5h 21m
Drive 55.1 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Rainhamcar 55.1 mi
1h 18m
£14–20

Eastbourne to Rainham by train

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 104.1 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Eastbourne, England and Rainham, Medway, England?

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Rainham (Kent) via London Victoria in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to The Cricketers via Bus Station, War Memorial, Chequers Bus Station, and King Street in around 5h 21m.

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