Sheffield to Eastbourne by train

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Overview: trains from Sheffield to Eastbourne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Sheffield to Eastbourne, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:30 View journey
Last train 23:20 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 12m View journey
Distance (km) 314
Trains / day 45 View all
Cheapest journey AU$278.13 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 45m
Train operators 5

Sheffield to Eastbourne train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Sheffield to Eastbourne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Sheffield to Eastbourne take around 4 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 314 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Sheffield is scheduled to depart at around  05:46. The last departure is usually at around 21:45 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Sheffield at around 05:30, with the last train leaving at around 23:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 13 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$278.13.

We think any time is a great time to visit Eastbourne, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Eastbourne.

Is there a direct train from Sheffield to Eastbourne?

The journey between Sheffield and Eastbourne usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Sheffield to Eastbourne every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Sheffield to Eastbourne?

The Sheffield to Eastbourne train travel takes about 4 hours and 12 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Sheffield to Eastbourne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Eastbourne leaving Sheffield at around 05:46 and the last train leaving at around 21:45 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Sheffield at around 05:30, with the final departure at 23:20.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.