The average train between Eastbourne and Kent takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Eastbourne to Kent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Eastbourne and Kent. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Eastbourne is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Kent at 6:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Kent. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne station and arriving at Kent station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Eastbourne to Kent train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.
Eastbourne to Kent train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Eastbourne to Kent train tickets online with Southern and Southeastern.
The distance between Eastbourne and Kent is 61 km. The road distance is 85 km.
Southern operates a train from Eastbourne to Ashford International hourly. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 20m.