What is the cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Eastbourne?

The cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Eastbourne is to bus which costs £8 - £10 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Sussex to Eastbourne?

The fastest way to get from West Sussex to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between West Sussex and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from West Sussex to Eastbourne station. However, there are services departing from Foxfield Cottages and arriving at Railway Station via Bus Station and North Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between West Sussex and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from West Sussex to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Billingshurst and arriving at Eastbourne via Gatwick Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from West Sussex to Eastbourne?

The distance between West Sussex and Eastbourne is 58 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

How do I travel from West Sussex to Eastbourne without a car?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £29 - £60.

How long does it take to get from West Sussex to Eastbourne?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from West Sussex to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Eastbourne bus from?

West Sussex to Eastbourne bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Eastbourne train from?

West Sussex to Eastbourne train services, operated by Southern, depart from Billingshurst station.

Train or bus from West Sussex to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Eastbourne is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £10 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the West Sussex to Eastbourne bus arrive?

West Sussex to Eastbourne bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Old Steine station.

Where does the West Sussex to Eastbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Sussex to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between West Sussex to Eastbourne is 42 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from West Sussex to Eastbourne.

How do I get a train ticket from West Sussex to Eastbourne?

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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West Sussex to Eastbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Billingshurst to Gatwick Airporttrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
1h 56m
£29–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Old Steinebus 17
2. Take the bus from North Street to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
3h 7m
£8–10
Drive 41.8 mi
1. Drive from West Sussex to Eastbournecar 41.8 mi
57 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Sussex to Eastbournetaxi 41.8 mi
57 min
£85–110
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Billingshurst to Gatwick Airporttrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
3h 12m
£12–21

West Sussex to Eastbourne by train

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Distance: 57.4 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between West Sussex, England and Eastbourne, England?

You can take a train from Billingshurst to Eastbourne via Gatwick Airport in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Foxfield Cottages to Railway Station via Bus Station, Old Steine, and North Street in around 3h 7m.

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