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Outbound fromLuton to Eastbourne by train
It takes an average of 3h 15m to travel from Luton to Eastbourne by train, over a distance of around 83 miles (133 km). There are normally 56 trains per day travelling from Luton to Eastbourne and tickets for this journey start from £23.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:40 | |
| Departure station | Luton | |
| Arrival station | Eastbourne | |
| Journey time | From 2h 18m | |
| Distance | 83 miles (133 km) | |
| Frequency | 56 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £23.70 | |
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Travelling from Luton to Eastbourne by train
Looking to travel from Luton to Eastbourne by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 15 minutes to travel from Luton to Eastbourne by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 18 minutes though. You'll usually find 56 trains per day running along the 83 miles (133 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Eastbourne, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Thameslink, Gatwick Express or Southern to get to Eastbourne. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Luton to Eastbourne in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £23.70.
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Cheap train tickets from Luton 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 Luton 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.
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