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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Eastbourne is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Cornfield Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Old Steine and Brighton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Exeter Central and arriving at Eastbourne via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Exeter to Eastbourne?

The distance between Exeter and Eastbourne is 231 miles. The road distance is 193.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Exeter to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Eastbourne bus from?

Exeter to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Eastbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Exeter to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Exeter to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Exeter to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Exeter to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Eastbourne train arrive?

Exeter to Eastbourne train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Eastbourne is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Exeter to Eastbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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Exeter to Eastbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Exeter to Eastbourne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Clapham JunctionExeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to EastbourneLondon Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 48m
£29–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Station501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Old Steine025
7h 49m
£36–84
Drive 192 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Eastbourne192 mi
3h 42m
£48–69
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EXT - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
5h 3m
£103–268
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Taunton
2. Take the train from Taunton to Reading
3. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airport
4. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne
5h 17m
£86–178
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbourne
7h
£155–475

Exeter to Eastbourne by train

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Distance: 229.9 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Exeter Central to Eastbourne via Clapham Junction in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Cornfield Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Old Steine, and Brighton Station in around 7h 49m.

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