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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Eastbourne (EBN)

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49

train journeys
per day

82

miles (132 kms)

3hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

04:43 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Eastbourne (EBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Eastbourne , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Eastbourne is approximately 82 miles (132 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 23 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Eastbourne.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Eastbourne. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Eastbourne Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:17
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    08:48
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    3 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:18
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:52
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    09:52
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:17
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:53
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:17
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:51
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:51
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    3 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    12:17
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:51
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:51
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:17
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    3 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    13:17
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:51
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:51
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:51
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Colchester
    Eastbourne
    Colchester to Eastbourne

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Eastbourne Station

Station name Eastbourne (EBN)
Address Eastbourne station, Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3QJ
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:15
Saturday 05:50 - 21:15
Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Eastbourne

The travel time between Colchester and Eastbourne by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Eastbourne vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Eastbourne can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Eastbourne. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Eastbourne.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester and Eastbourne, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.