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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Eastbourne is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Cornfield Road via Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Eastbourne via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Eastbourne?

The distance between Cardiff and Eastbourne is 216 miles. The road distance is 202.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £95 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Cardiff to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Eastbourne bus from?

Cardiff to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Eastbourne train from?

Cardiff to Eastbourne train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £95 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Cardiff to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Eastbourne train arrive?

Cardiff to Eastbourne train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Eastbourne is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Eastbourne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Eastbourne?

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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Cardiff to Eastbourne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Eastbourne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 26m
£98–210
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
7h 42m
£22–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 201
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
7h 2m
£35–81
Drive 201.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Eastbournecar 201.5 mi
3h 46m
£50–72
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain
6h 41m
£66–221
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
5h 45m
£93–190
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane CWL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain
6h 38m
£95–334
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain
8h 23m
£350–641

Cardiff to Eastbourne by train and subway

191Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Eastbourne.

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Distance: 214.3 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Eastbourne, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Eastbourne via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Cornfield Road via South Terminal Bus Station and Gatwick South Terminal in around 7h 2m.

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