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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Eastbourne is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Eastbourne via Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Southampton to Eastbourne?

The distance between Southampton and Eastbourne is 86 miles. The road distance is 85.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Southampton to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Eastbourne train from?

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

Where does the Southampton to Eastbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Eastbourne is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Southampton to Eastbourne.

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

Book your Southampton to Eastbourne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

There are 1094+ hotels available in Eastbourne.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
2. Take the train from Brighton to Eastbournetrain Brighton - Eastbourne / ...
2h 49m
£44–87
Drive 84.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Eastbournecar 84.8 mi
1h 40m
£21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Cornfield Roadbus 12X / ...
3h 7m
£37–68

Southampton to Eastbourne by train

214Weekly Trains

2h 49mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.1 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Eastbourne via Brighton in around 2h 49m.

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