What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Eastbourne via West Ham station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Eastbourne is 105 miles. The road distance is 83.4 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne?

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

There are 1097+ hotels available in Eastbourne.

Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
3h 3m
£48–112
Drive 82.9 mi
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1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Eastbournecar 82.9 mi
1h 47m
£21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Brightontrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Cornfield Roadbus 12X / ...
3h 58m
£52–103

Southend-on-Sea to Eastbourne by train and subway

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3h 3mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.6 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Eastbourne, England?

You can take a train from Southend Central to Eastbourne via West Ham, West Ham station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 3m.

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