Bournemouth to Eastbourne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

94.8 miles 152.5 km · straight line
118.9 miles actual route 191.3 km · driving distance
2h 29min estimated drive time
£18 - £22 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
87° E bearing direction

How far is Bournemouth from Eastbourne?

The distance from Bournemouth to Eastbourne is 94.8 miles (152.5 km) as the crow flies. Eastbourne is located E of Bournemouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 118.9 miles, taking about 2h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bournemouth and Eastbourne. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bournemouth to Eastbourne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 29min £18 - £22 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 59min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 22min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bournemouth & Eastbourne

Quick Facts

Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
Eastbourne
50.77°N, 0.28°E
Europe/London
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 262.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM