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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Watford is to bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which costs £10 - £14 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Watford is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Watford station. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at Watford Junction station via Gatwick Airport South Terminal and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Watford. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Watford Junction via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Watford?

The distance between Eastbourne and Watford is 81 miles. The road distance is 79.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Watford without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Eastbourne to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Watford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Watford?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Watford is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which costs £10 - £14 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Watford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Eastbourne to Watford train arrive?

Eastbourne to Watford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Watford is 80 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Eastbourne to Watford.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Clapham Junctiontrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Watford Junctiontrain East Croydon - Watford Junction / ...
2h 47m
£41–79
Bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Watford Junction stationbus Ra3
4h 54m
£10–14
Drive 79.1 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Watfordcar 79.1 mi
2h 16m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Memorial Roundabout to Old Steinebus 12X / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
5h 4m
£21–45

Eastbourne to Watford by train

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Distance: 80.9 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Watford Junction via Clapham Junction in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to Watford Junction station via Gatwick South Terminal, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, London Heathrow Airport, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 54m.

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