What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne is to bus which costs £3 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne is to train which takes 55 min and costs £20 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gatwick South Terminal and arriving at Railway Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Eastbourne. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Eastbourne is 39 miles. The road distance is 40.8 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £20 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne?

The train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Gatwick South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne is to train which takes 55 min and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Eastbourne station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne is 41 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne?

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
55 min
£20–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Railway Stationbus 500
2h 12m
£3
Drive 40.6 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournecar 40.6 mi
1h
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetaxi 40.6 mi
1h
£85–110

Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne by train

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Distance: 39.1 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Eastbourne, England?

Southern operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, Metrobus operates a bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Railway Station hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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