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Hastings Fishermen's Museum
Hands-on museum of Hastings fishing heritage with boats, gear, and stories from the beach-launched fleet. Compact, authentic, and highly distinctive.
Cheapest price
zł567
Average price
zł964
Fastest journey
4 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Hastings is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Hastings will cost around zł964 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł567.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Hastings on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 349 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 36 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Hastings among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from zł267. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł267, and a flight costs an average of zł334.
Distance: 216 miles (349 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł545 Average price Cheapest | zł850 Average price | zł400 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Hastings:
A train is zł305 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Hastings costing on average zł850.
Other travel options to Hastings take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 15m.
You'll arrive about 1h 14m sooner (4h 15m by train vs 5h 29m by car). Tickets start at around zł545 compared to roughly zł400 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Hastings trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:34 AM Manchester | 4h36 | 12:10 PM Hastings | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:34 AM Manchester | 4h55 | 1:29 PM Hastings | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Hastings run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł267 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (349 km) distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 216 miles (349 km) |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price zł267 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Hastings — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hastings trip today.
Hands-on museum of Hastings fishing heritage with boats, gear, and stories from the beach-launched fleet. Compact, authentic, and highly distinctive.
Major local museum in elegant gardens covering natural history, archaeology, and John Logie Baird. Strong all-round introduction to Hastings.
Seafront gallery and museum dedicated to contemporary art and local culture. Its changing exhibitions make it one of the town's leading creative venues.
Historic Old Town thoroughfare lined with timber-framed buildings, shops, and pubs. One of the best places to feel Hastings' character.
Long shingle beach and promenade ideal for walks, sea air, and classic coastal views, stretching between the pier and Old Town.
Large urban park with boating lake, miniature railway, and family-friendly open space. A practical green escape near the seafront.
Fresh Dover sole landed on the Sussex coast, usually grilled or pan-fried. It reflects Hastings' long fishing tradition and is a classic local seafood choice.
Sweet scallops from nearby Rye Bay, often seared simply to showcase their freshness. They are a prized local catch on menus across Hastings.
Smoked herring, traditionally cured and eaten hot or cold. It is a classic British coastal food and closely tied to historic Sussex fishing communities.
Established fine dining restaurant in a historic setting, specialising in modern British cooking with strong local seafood and seasonal Sussex produce.
Popular seafood restaurant and fishmonger in the Old Town, known for very fresh local catch, oysters, and a lively but relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Long-running Old Town eatery focused on local fish, shellfish, and simple British dishes. Informal atmosphere with a strong reputation for freshness.
Moderate for a UK seaside town: stays and dining are usually cheaper than London, but summer weekends raise hotel prices. Buses and casual meals are fairly affordable.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafe tipping is optional, usually small change.
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Hastings Railway Station -> Hastings Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

Most Manchester to Hastings trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Hastings station pair, with some services arriving at West St Leonards. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Hastings train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Hastings.
ATMs are available at Hastings.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hastings: Parking, WC.
Available at Hastings: Bike Parking.
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.
West St Leonards is 2 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at West St Leonards.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West St Leonards: Parking.
Available at West St Leonards: Bike Parking.
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.
Ore is 1 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:
Ore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ore.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ore: Parking.
Available at Ore: Bike Parking.
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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