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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Eastbourne is to bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which costs £8 - £14 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Eastbourne station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Railway Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and North Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Eastbourne via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Watford to Eastbourne?

The distance between Watford and Eastbourne is 81 miles. The road distance is 79.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Watford to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Eastbourne bus from?

Watford to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Eastbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Watford to Eastbourne is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Watford to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Watford to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Old Steine station.

Where does the Watford to Eastbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Eastbourne is 79 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Watford to Eastbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 24m
£39–84
Bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
4h 55m
£9–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Old Steinebus 025
2. Take the bus from North Street to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
4h 30m
£19–44
Drive 78.7 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Eastbournecar 78.7 mi
2h 19m
£20–28

Watford to Eastbourne by train

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Distance: 80.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Eastbourne via Clapham Junction in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to Railway Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Old Steine, and North Street in around 4h 30m.

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