How much is the train ticket from Eastbourne to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Eastbourne to London start from R 209. The average price for this train route is around R 651. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Eastbourne to London?

The average train journey time from Eastbourne to London is 1h 26m, covering a distance of 75 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 22m and is operated by Southern .

Which train operators serve the Eastbourne to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 21 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Eastbourne to London?

The earliest train from Eastbourne to London departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:24.

Train Eastbourne to London from R 195

Next train departures

Next departures from Eastbourne to London on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:33	Eastbourne Rail Station	1h 25m	16:58	Clapham Junction	Cheapest
Train	15:05	Eastbourne Rail Station	1h 23m	16:28	Clapham Junction	Fastest
Train	07:28	Eastbourne Rail Station	1h 30m	08:58	Clapham Junction	No tags
Train	07:28	Eastbourne Rail Station	1h 30m	08:58	Clapham Junction	No tags
Train	07:59	Eastbourne Rail Station	1h 29m	09:28	Clapham Junction	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:19 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Eastbourne to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 269, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

88 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average priceR 209 - R 1 694	Average duration1h 26m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 269 - R 269	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Southern

4/534 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Southern ticket prices on this trip start at R 209

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Eastbourne to London by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Eastbourne to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Eastbourne to London start from R 209. The average price for this train route is around R 651. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Eastbourne to London?
The average train journey time from Eastbourne to London is 1h 26m, covering a distance of 75 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 22m and is operated by Southern.
Which train operators serve the Eastbourne to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 21 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Eastbourne to London?
The earliest train from Eastbourne to London departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

R 615

11/12

R 624

Today

R 251

13/12

R 711

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No data

15/12

R 624

16/12

R 196

17/12

R 631

The cheapest trip from Eastbourne to London was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 196

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Eastbourne to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 196 to R 3 302 for a train ticket from Eastbourne to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 196, which is on 2025-12-16.