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For a train from East Croydon to Eastbourne, Advance Tickets start at just €4.58*, with average fares around €13.24. Additionally, Off-Peak train tickets, Return train tickets, and Anytime Train Tickets are also great tips for saving money on train travel. Enjoy the cheapest and happiest journey with TrainPal. For more money-saving information, welcome to our UK cheap train ticket guide.
€13.24
From 25 Sep to 01 Oct
€4.58
On Fri 26 Sep
The journey from East Croydon to Eastbourne on the fastest train in 1h 7m, usually 1h 11m. Each day, 40 trains leave from East Croydon, starting at 00:24 and ending at 23:04. Get real-time updates on train schedules, delays, and cancellations. Save time, effort, and money with TrainPal.
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15:40 East Croydon | 16:51 Eastbourne | On time | 1h 11m | Southern | Find tickets | |
16:10 East Croydon | 17:19 Eastbourne | On time | 1h 9m | Southern | Find tickets | |
16:40 East Croydon | 17:52 Eastbourne | On time | 1h 12m | Southern | Find tickets | |
17:10 East Croydon | 18:20 Eastbourne | On time | 1h 10m | Southern | Find tickets | |
17:40 East Croydon | 18:53 Eastbourne | On time | 1h 13m | Southern | Find tickets |
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Travelling from East Croydon to Eastbourne with Southern Railway is a smooth and picturesque journey that takes you from the edge of London through the countryside of Sussex, eventually arriving at a classic seaside town. As the train departs East Croydon, you’ll catch sights of the South Downs National Park, farmland, hills and sometimes the English Channel as you get closer to the coast.
Southern Railway operates a range of services across the South East of England. Their trains connect London with the Sussex coast, including routes to Brighton, Hastings, Eastbourne, Littlehampton and Portsmouth. Southern Railway also runs services to major London stations such as London Victoria and London Bridge.
East Croydon station is in South London, in Travelcard Zone 5. It’s a busy, non-terminal station attracting people heading across London, the South Coast and Gatwick Airport. It’s served by multiple Tramlink routes - connecting nearby areas like Wimbledon, Beckenham, and Elmers End - bus routes and trains.
East Croydon provides frequent services to destinations including London Victoria, London Bridge, Clapham Junction, Gatwick Airport, Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Littlehampton and Portsmouth Harbour. From East Croydon, you can connect efficiently across London and the South East using services provided by Southern Railway, Thameslink and the Getwick Express.
When you travel from East Croydon to Eastbourne with Southern, you’ll stop at a handful of places along the way. This includes Gatwick Airport, Haywards Heath, Wivelsfield, Plumpton, Lewes and Polegate.
Eastbourne Station sits along Terminus Road in the heart of the town, offering step-free access, multiple entrances, staffed assistance and cycle stands. It provides regular direct services to destinations such as London Victoria, Brighton, Lewes, Hastings and Ashford International. There’s even routes that extend towards Kent via Lewes and Bexhill. Eastbourne Pier and the Bandstand, Devonshire Park and Hampden Park are all close by.
Here’s everything you need to know about going from East Croydon to Eastbourne with Southern Railway:
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.
Travelling by train from East Croydon to Eastbourne is efficient and offers a scenic and comfortable experience. With frequent departures from East Croydon, you can reach Eastbourne in just 1h 7m, making it one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel between these two places.
The quickest train journey from East Croydon to Eastbourne takes 1h 7m . Utilise our Train Journey Planner to locate direct trains, minimise transfers, and compare travel times across various routes. Discover the most efficient way to travel with fewer stops for a smooth and seamless journey.
No, unfortunately, you need to transfer from East Croydon to Eastbourne. Still, the TrainPal Train Journey Planner helps you find the best train. Just input your origin or destination places, then click "Search" to see the suitable route.
While East Croydon to Eastbourne trains are usually on time, delays or disruptions may occur due to weather, strikes, and other factors. Finding a train timetable for your trip from East Croydon to Eastbourne is easy with Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to get a detailed schedule of available trains. Input your travel details to discover the best routes, connections, and train times.
Typically, you should plan to arrive at the station 15-20 minutes before your train is scheduled to depart. However, the size of the station and your familiarity with it can affect this timing. For larger or less familiar stations, leaving home earlier can help reduce stress and ensure a more relaxed journey.
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