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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Eastbourne is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Eastbourne via Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Chester to Eastbourne?

The distance between Chester and Eastbourne is 248 miles. The road distance is 256.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Chester to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Eastbourne train from?

Chester to Eastbourne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Where does the Chester to Eastbourne train arrive?

Chester to Eastbourne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Chester to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Eastbourne is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Chester to Eastbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

There are 1035+ hotels available in Eastbourne.

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

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

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 Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 3m
£96–179
Drive 255.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Eastbournecar 255.1 mi
4h 51m
£63–91
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain
6h 18m
£76–222
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
4. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain
7h 35m
£124–216
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain
5h 56m
£113–333
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain
6h 52m
£90–248
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LPL - LCY
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain
7h 58m
£265–748
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Eastbournetrain
6h 33m
£144–308

Chester to Eastbourne by train and subway

82Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chester to Eastbourne.

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Distance: 246.2 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Eastbourne via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 3m.

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