Eastbourne travel guide
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You're Going to Love Eastbourne
With a population of 112,906, Eastbourne is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Eastbourne deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Eastbourne
Sports & Fitness
Activities
Where to Eat in Eastbourne
If you’re looking for affordable options, Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Eastbourne (153 Terminus Road) and Thai Terre - East Dean (The Green) are great picks.
When to visit Eastbourne
How to Get to Eastbourne
Plane
Although Eastbourne doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 34 miles from Eastbourne. The shortest domestic flight to Eastbourne departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 15m.
Car
Another option to get to Eastbourne is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 54 miles from Eastbourne. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.
Airlines serving Eastbourne
Where to stay in Eastbourne
From 5-star hotels such as the The Grand Hotel to great affordable options like the The Burlington Hotel, Eastbourne offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £69 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £112 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Eastbourne
Most booked hotels in Eastbourne
Hiring a car in Eastbourne
Hiring a car in Eastbourne costs £32 per day, on average, or £65 if you want to hire it for 2 days.
Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Eastbourne (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.86 and £27.81. The most frequently booked car type in Eastbourne is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 33% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.