Leicester to Eastbourne by train

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Overview: trains from Leicester to Eastbourne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Leicester 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 04:41 View journey
Last train 22:52 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 10m View journey
Distance (km) 229
Trains / day 47 View all
Cheapest journey US$160.50 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 43m
Train operators 5

Going from Leicester to Eastbourne by train

About to set off from Leicester to Eastbourne by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Leicester and Eastbourne

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$160.50, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train times for travel from Leicester to Eastbourne

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 04:41 and the last departure is 22:52. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:45 and the last train leaves at 21:56. On average, a total of 47 trains make this journey each day.

Leicester to Eastbourne train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 229 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 3 hours and 10 minutes.

Booking Leicester to Eastbourne trains in advance

Booking your Leicester to Eastbourne tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 4 months before departure.

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Further insights on trains from Leicester to Eastbourne

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Eastbourne city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Leicester to Eastbourne

Want to know more about your journey from Leicester to Eastbourne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Leicester to Eastbourne covers 229 kilometres.

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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.