The cheapest and fastest trains from Hastings to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hastings to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hastings to Bournemouth will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
It's difficult to get from Hastings to Bournemouth without transferring at least 2 times.
10:21 PM9h55Hastings8:16 AMBournemouth$921One-way2 transfers
10:21 PM9h55Hastings8:16 AMBournemouth$921One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Hastings to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hastings to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $4 (€3). The journey takes 3h 43m versus 2h 58m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Hastings to Bournemouth by train
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Hastings to Bournemouth.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Hastings to Bournemouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hastings to Bournemouth
Trains from Hastings to Bournemouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 9:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from Hastings to Bournemouth trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Hastings and Bournemouth from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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South Western Railway
FAQs: Trains from Hastings to Bournemouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hastings to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hastings to Bournemouth
Most Hastings to Bournemouth trains use the Hastings to Bournemouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Hastings and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hastings station do trains to Bournemouth leave from?
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.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Hastings arrive at?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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