What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne is to bus which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne?

The fastest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant & Castle Station and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Elephant & Castle Station station to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle Station and arriving at Cornfield Road via Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Elephant & Castle Station and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from London Bridge and arriving at Eastbourne via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne?

The distance between Elephant & Castle Station and Eastbourne is 67 miles. The road distance is 61.9 miles.

How do I travel from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne bus from?

Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Elephant & Castle Station.

Where do I catch the Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne train from?

Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne train services, operated by Southern, depart from East Croydon station.

Train or bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at East Croydon Rail Station.

Where does the Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne train arrive?

Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Eastbourne station.

Can I drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne.

Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

There are 1097+ hotels available in Eastbourne.

Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 2m
£35–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus N68
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
3h 39m
£13–22
Drive 61.6 mi
1. Drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbournecar 61.6 mi
1h 42m
£15–22

Elephant & Castle Station to Eastbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 66.8 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Elephant & Castle Station, Greater London, England and Eastbourne, England?

Southern operates a train from East Croydon to Eastbourne hourly. Tickets cost £28–55 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Cornfield Road via East Croydon Rail Station, East Croydon, Gatwick Airport, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 3h 39m.

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