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Outbound fromLiverpool Lime Street to Eastbourne by train
| First train | 19:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:24 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool Lime Street | |
| Arrival station | Eastbourne | |
| Journey time | From 5h 20m | |
| Distance | 229 miles (368 km) | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £35 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Southern |
About the train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Eastbourne
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The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eastbourne usually takes 9 hours 9 minutes on average to travel 229 miles (368 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 20 minutes. You can expect to find 0 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Eastbourne, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Eastbourne if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £35.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Eastbourne
Book in advance
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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 Liverpool Lime Street to Eastbourne is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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