What is the cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to South Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to South Downs is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eastbourne to South Downs?

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to South Downs is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and South Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to South Downs. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Petersfield via Brighton and Havant. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to South Downs?

The distance between Eastbourne and South Downs is 75 miles. The road distance is 70.3 miles.

How do I travel from Eastbourne to South Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to South Downs without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Eastbourne to South Downs?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Eastbourne to South Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to South Downs train from?

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

Where does the Eastbourne to South Downs train arrive?

Eastbourne to South Downs train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to South Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to South Downs is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Eastbourne to South Downs.

Where can I stay near South Downs?

There are 854+ hotels available in South Downs.

Eastbourne to South Downs - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 37 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Brightontrain Eastbourne - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Havanttrain Brighton - Southampton Central / ...
3h 12m
£37–78
Drive 69.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Eastbourne to South Downscar 69.9 mi
1h 32m
£17–25
Bus, train, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Brighton Stationbus 12X / ...
2. Take the train from Brighton to Havanttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queen Elizabeth Country Parkbus 37
4h 45m
£27–50
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Brightontrain
2. Take the train from Brighton to Havanttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queen Elizabeth Country Parkbus 37
4h 6m
£33–68

Eastbourne to South Downs by train and bus

170Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.8 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Eastbourne, England and South Downs, Hampshire, England?

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Greenway Lane via Brighton, Havant, Petersfield, and Station in around 3h 12m.

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