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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Eastbourne (EBN)

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23

train journeys
per day

63

miles (102 kms)

2hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

00:26 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Eastbourne (EBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Eastbourne , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Eastbourne is approximately 63 miles (102 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 41 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Eastbourne.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Eastbourne. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Eastbourne Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:26
    7 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    07:42
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:36
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    08:17
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    08:43
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    09:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    10:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    11:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    12:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    13:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    15:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:48
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    16:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    17:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:48
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    18:46
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:48
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    19:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:48
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    20:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    21:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:56
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    21:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    22:45
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:04
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    23:49
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:50
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    00:02
    Margate
    Eastbourne
    Margate to Eastbourne

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Margate and Eastbourne

The travel time between Margate and Eastbourne by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Eastbourne vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Margate 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 Margate & Eastbourne. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Eastbourne.

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