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Visiting Eastbourne

Eastbourne is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Eastbourne?

If you have 3 hours, a half day or even a week in Eastbourne then we have some suggestions for you. Read our guides and get going today!

This should be enough to get you going in Eastbourne!

FAQs About Eastbourne

How Do I Get To Eastbourne?

To reach Eastbourne, there are various options:

  • From London, take the A22 or M23/A23 southbound towards Brighton, then take the A27 towards Eastbourne.
  • From Brighton, take the A27 towards Eastbourne.
  • From Hastings, take the A259 eastbound towards Eastbourne.

Alternatively, you can take the train:

  • From London Victoria, take a direct train to Eastbourne which takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • From Brighton, take a direct train to Eastbourne which takes approximately 30 minutes.
  • From Hastings, take a direct train to Eastbourne which takes approximately 15 minutes.

If you are coming from further afield, you can fly into Gatwick Airport and then take a train or drive to Eastbourne.

Whichever mode of transport you choose, make sure to allow plenty of time for possible traffic or train delays during peak travel times.

What's The Nearest Airport To Eastbourne?

The closest airport to Eastbourne is Gatwick Airport, which is around 45 minutes away by car or train. The distance is approximately 36 miles. If you are travelling by car, take the M23 towards Brighton and join the A27 towards Eastbourne. If you are travelling by train, there are direct services from Gatwick Airport to Eastbourne.

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