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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Eastbourne is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Eastbourne station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Railway Station via Heathrow Terminal 5, New England Street and Brighton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Eastbourne via Southampton Central and Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Eastbourne?

The distance between Bournemouth and Eastbourne is 114 miles. The road distance is 118.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Bournemouth to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Eastbourne bus from?

Bournemouth to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Eastbourne train from?

Bournemouth to Eastbourne train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Eastbourne is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Eastbourne train arrive?

Bournemouth to Eastbourne train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Eastbourne is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Bournemouth to Eastbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

There are 1002+ hotels available in Eastbourne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Eastbourne by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the train from Brighton to Eastbournetrain
3h 42m
£31–69
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Cornfield Roadbus 12X / ...
3h 57m
£26–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Preston Circusbus 025
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
5h 37m
£30–73
Drive 117.7 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Eastbournecar 117.7 mi
2h 9m
£29–42

Bournemouth to Eastbourne by train

217Weekly Trains

3h 42mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Eastbourne.

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Distance: 113.7 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Eastbourne via Southampton Central and Brighton in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Railway Station via Heathrow Terminal 5, Preston Circus, New England Street, and Brighton Station in around 5h 37m.

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