4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Eastbourne
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€54
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€54
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 26 m
Buses on Sep 20
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Eastbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Eastbourne will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
It's difficult to get from London to Eastbourne without transferring at least 3 times.
W45812+
SN481000 · SN478000 · W290938:07 AM2h32London Bridge (LBG)10:39 AMEastbourne station (EBN)€541One-way3 transfers- X42407 · SN480800 · SN476100 · W290629:16 AM2h19London Victoria (VIC)11:35 AMEastbourne station (EBN)€541One-way3 transfers
- X42407 · SN480800 · SN476100 · W290629:16 AM2h19London Victoria (VIC)11:35 AMEastbourne station (EBN)€541One-way3 transfers
- W45812+SN481000 · SN478000 · W290938:07 AM2h32London Bridge (LBG)10:39 AMEastbourne station (EBN)€541One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Eastbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Eastbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, while a bus costs an average of €49.
Distance: 87 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Eastbourne:
A train is €21 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Eastbourne costing on average €49.
Other travel options to Eastbourne take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
Live departures
London to Eastbourne bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Eastbourne buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45812+SN481000 · SN478000 · W29093 | 8:07 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 2h32 | 10:39 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 3 transfers | |
| X42407 · SN480800 · SN476100 · W29062 | 9:16 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h19 | 11:35 AM Eastbourne station (EBN) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Eastbourne
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Eastbourne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €10 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 87 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 24m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Buses from London to Eastbourne
Buses from London to Eastbourne are offered by bus company National Express. There is one direct journey per day throughout the week, departing London at 8:00 p.m. Journey time on the direct coach is just under three hours. There is also one indirect service per day from Monday to Saturday, which involves a change in Brighton and has a journey time of three and a half hours.
What is the departure and arrival station for buses from London to Eastbourne?
Departure Station: Buses from London to Eastbourne depart from London's main coach terminal which is located next to Victoria Rail and Underground station in the south-west of Zone 1. The excellent transport links to Victoria make it easy to get to from anywhere in London, with a journey time typically taking between five and 10 minutes from Central London via bus.
Eastbourne: Buses from London to Eastbourne arrive at Eastbourne Coach Station in the centre of the town. From here it is a short walk to the main rail station.
FAQs: Bus from London to Eastbourne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Eastbourne by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Eastbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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