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Outbound fromHatfield (Herts) to Eastbourne by train
It takes an average of 2h 34m to travel from Hatfield (Herts) to Eastbourne by train, over a distance of around 72 miles (116 km). There are normally 42 trains per day travelling from Hatfield (Herts) to Eastbourne and tickets for this journey start from £38.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:25 | |
| Departure station | Hatfield (Herts) | |
| Arrival station | Eastbourne | |
| Journey time | From 2h 21m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (116 km) | |
| Frequency | 42 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £38.70 | |
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Taking the train from Hatfield (Herts) to Eastbourne in 2 hours 21 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Hatfield (Herts) to Eastbourne? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 34 minutes to travel the 72 miles (116 km) from Hatfield (Herts) to Eastbourne by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 42 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Thameslink or Southern, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Hatfield (Herts) to Eastbourne in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £38.70. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Eastbourne by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Hatfield (Herts) to Eastbourne
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Hatfield (Herts) to Eastbourne is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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