4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Hastings
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Hastings is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Hastings will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 6 trains that leave Brighton for Hastings on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G771619:26 AM1h10Brighton station (BTN)10:36 AMHastings station (HGS)$151One-way0 transfers- W29334 · C82790 · W326199:07 AM1h17Brighton station (BTN)10:24 AMHastings station (HGS)$271One-way2 transfers
- W32664 · G262849:36 AM1h22Brighton station (BTN)10:58 AMHastings station (HGS)$271One-way1 transfer
- G771578:26 AM1h12Brighton station (BTN)9:38 AMHastings station (HGS)$281One-way0 transfers
- W29345 · C82780 · W326018:07 AM1h17Brighton station (BTN)9:24 AMHastings station (HGS)$281One-way2 transfers
- G771619:26 AM1h10Brighton station (BTN)10:36 AMHastings station (HGS)$151One-way0 transfers
- G771578:26 AM1h12Brighton station (BTN)9:38 AMHastings station (HGS)$281One-way0 transfers
- W29334 · C82790 · W326199:07 AM1h17Brighton station (BTN)10:24 AMHastings station (HGS)$271One-way2 transfers
- W29345 · C82780 · W326018:07 AM1h17Brighton station (BTN)9:24 AMHastings station (HGS)$281One-way2 transfers
- W32664 · G262849:36 AM1h22Brighton station (BTN)10:58 AMHastings station (HGS)$271One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brighton to Hastings
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Hastings among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Hastings:
A train is $0.01 (€0.01) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brighton to Hastings costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Hastings take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 27m.
Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.06 (€-11.52). The journey takes 1h 12m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Brighton to Hastings train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Hastings trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29345 · C82780 · W32601 | 8:07 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h17 | 9:24 AM Hastings station (HGS) | 2 transfers | |
| G77157 | 8:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h12 | 9:38 AM Hastings station (HGS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29065 · W32619 | 8:56 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h28 | 10:24 AM Hastings station (HGS) | 1 transfer | |
| W29334 · C82790 · W32619 | 9:07 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h17 | 10:24 AM Hastings station (HGS) | 2 transfers | |
| G77161 | 9:26 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h10 | 10:36 AM Hastings station (HGS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W32664 · G26284 | 9:36 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 1h22 | 10:58 AM Hastings station (HGS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Hastings
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Hastings run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Southern from Brighton to Hastings trainsSouthern trains will get you between Brighton and Hastings from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Hastings
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Hastings by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hastings, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Hastings
Most Brighton to Hastings trains use the Brighton to Hastings station pair, with some services arriving at Ore. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Hastings train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Hastings leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Moulsecoomb from Brighton city centre
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Moulsecoomb train station facilities and services
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Bike and car services
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Hastings station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Hastings from Hastings city centre
Hastings train station facilities and services
Hastings has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hastings.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hastings.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hastings. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hastings: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hastings: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hastings: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access direct to platform 1 and 2 from ramp leading off the ticket hall for some Ashford and Brightton/London services. Step free access to platforms 3 and 4 via lifts on the station footbridge. Stepped access between platforms also via the station footbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:40 Saturday 04:45 - 01:40 Sunday 06:20 - 01:25 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Ore from Hastings city centre
Ore is 1 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:
Ore train station facilities and services
Ore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ore.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ore: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ore: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ore: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step-free access to platform 2 (to Ashford). Steps to platform 1 (to Brighton). Assistance Meeting Point is on the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to West St Leonards from Hastings city centre
West St Leonards is 2 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:
West St Leonards train station facilities and services
West St Leonards has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West St Leonards.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West St Leonards. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West St Leonards: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at West St Leonards: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West St Leonards: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via booking hall only. There is no step free access to Platform 2.Only Stepped access to platform 2 for services away from London. No step free interchange between platforms. Stepped access between platforms via station footbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: At front of station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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