Going from Crawley to Eastbourne by train

About to set off from Crawley 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 cost between Crawley and Eastbourne

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: €19.17

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Train times for travel between Crawley and Eastbourne

If you are taking the train from Crawley to Eastbourne, you will have 32 trains each day (with a departure every 28 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:28. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:59. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:06, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 20:29.

Train duration for trips from Crawley to Eastbourne

The swiftest journey time on this route is 1 hour, crossing a total distance of 50 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Crawley and Eastbourne?

Tickets along this route go on sale 2 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

More information on train travel from Crawley to Eastbourne

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Eastbourne city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Crawley and Eastbourne by train?

The train journey from Crawley to Eastbourne covers 50 kilometres in total.

How much does the train from Crawley to Eastbourne cost?

The minimum fare on this route is €19.17. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Crawley to Eastbourne by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 2 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Crawley to Eastbourne by train?

The shortest trip is 1 hour.