Brighton to Eastbourne by bus
Eastbourne lies 31 km (19 mi) east of Brighton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 48 min including stops, over roughly 37 km (23 mi) of road.
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| Brighton | Eastbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 283,870 | 101,689 |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | BN2–TR2 | BN21–DL1 |
Where to book buses from Brighton to Eastbourne
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Staying in Eastbourne
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Common questions
How far is Eastbourne from Brighton?
31 km (19 mi) in a straight line, east of Brighton; by road roughly 37 km (23 mi).
How long does it take to get from Brighton to Eastbourne by bus?
About 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Brighton and Eastbourne?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.