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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Eastbourne is to bus which costs £29 - £100 and takes 9h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Cornfield Road via Birmingham Coach Station, South Terminal Bus Station, New England Street and Brighton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Eastbourne via Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Manchester to Eastbourne?

The distance between Manchester and Eastbourne is 252 miles. The road distance is 264.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Manchester to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Eastbourne bus from?

Manchester to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Eastbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Manchester to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £100 and takes 9h 27m.

Where does the Manchester to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Manchester to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Eastbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Eastbourne is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Manchester to Eastbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester to Eastbourne by train, bus, 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 Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 5m
£48–229
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 210
3. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Preston Circusbus 025
9h 27m
£29–99
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk980
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
7h 37m
£30–102
Drive 262.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Eastbournecar 262.9 mi
4h 58m
£65–94
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain
4h 42m
£74–295
Fly Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain
5h 51m
£63–226
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain
6h 18m
£68–213
Fly Manchester Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Eastbournetrain
5h 37m
£87–251

Manchester to Eastbourne by train and subway

215Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Eastbourne.

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Distance: 250.8 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Eastbourne via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Cornfield Road via Birmingham Coach Station, South Terminal Bus Station, Preston Circus, New England Street, and Brighton Station in around 9h 27m.

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