4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Hastings
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Hastings is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Hastings will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bristol for Hastings on Mon, Jul 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 231 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 17 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.
7:30 AM4h17Bristol11:47 AMHastings$711One-way0 transfers- 8:30 AM4h17Bristol12:47 PMHastings$851One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 AM4h17Bristol12:47 PMHastings$851One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM4h17Bristol11:47 AMHastings$711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Bristol to Hastings
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Hastings among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, and a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 143 miles (231 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$84 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $84 (€69) compared to roughly $78 (€64) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.48 (€-5.33). The journey takes 3h 29m versus 3h 28m 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
Bristol to Hastings train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Hastings trains for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:00 AM Bristol | 4h35 | 1:35 PM Hastings | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:08 AM Bristol | 4h02 | 1:10 PM Hastings | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:00 PM Bristol | 5h04 | 6:04 PM Hastings | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Hastings
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Hastings run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 143 miles (231 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 143 miles (231 km) |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southeastern from Bristol to Hastings trainsGreat Western Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Bristol and Hastings from $41 (€34). 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 Bristol to Hastings
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Hastings
Most Bristol to Hastings trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Hastings station pair, with some services arriving at West St Leonards. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Hastings train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Parson Street from Bristol city centre
Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Parson Street train station facilities and services
Parson Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Parson Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parson Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Parson Street: Bike Parking.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Hastings station do trains from Bristol 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 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.
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.
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