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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Sandbanks is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Sandbanks is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from Cornfield Road and arriving at Shoreacres via Old Steine, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Bournemouth via Brighton and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Sandbanks?

The distance between Eastbourne and Sandbanks is 122 miles. The road distance is 122.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Sandbanks without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Eastbourne to Sandbanks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Sandbanks bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Sandbanks train from?

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

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Sandbanks?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Sandbanks is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Sandbanks bus arrive?

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

Where does the Eastbourne to Sandbanks train arrive?

Eastbourne to Sandbanks train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Sandbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Sandbanks is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Eastbourne to Sandbanks.

Where can I stay near Sandbanks?

There are 2704+ hotels available in Sandbanks.

Eastbourne to Sandbanks - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromEastbourne to Sandbanks

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 3 ways to get from Eastbourne to Sandbanks by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 39m
£56–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Old Steinebus 12X / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 44m
£30–78
Drive 122 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Sandbankscar 122 mi
2h 18m
£30–43

Eastbourne to Sandbanks by train and bus

207Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Eastbourne to Sandbanks.

Launch map view

Distance: 121.4 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Eastbourne, England and Sandbanks, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, England?

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Shoreacres via Brighton, Southampton Central, Bournemouth, and Bournemouth Station in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cornfield Road to Shoreacres via Old Steine, Heathrow Terminal 5, and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 44m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.