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Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Hastings
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Hastings among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $109.
Distance: 384 miles (619 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$125 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Hastings:
A flight is $77 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Hastings costing on average $125 (€103).
Other travel options to Hastings take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 52m.
The journey is about 2h 41m faster (5h 52m by train vs 8h 33m by car) and roughly $34 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($125 (€103) vs $159 (€131)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Hastings trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Lumo?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Lumo, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Hastings.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Hastings.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Hastings
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Hastings run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€90) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 384 miles (619 km) distance in 6h 48m.
Distance 384 miles (619 km) |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€90) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 48m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 9:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Hastings trainsLumo, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Hastings from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Hastings
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Hastings
Most Edinburgh to Hastings trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Hastings station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Hastings train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Hastings station do trains from Edinburgh 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.
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