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Fishermen's Museum
Museum in preserved fishermen's net shops telling the story of Hastings' beach-launched fleet and maritime life.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Hastings among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £70, and a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 411 km
Most popular Train | Flight |
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£70 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Blackpool to Hastings run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 17:47. The fastest train covers the 411 km distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 411 km |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 17:47 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Museum in preserved fishermen's net shops telling the story of Hastings' beach-launched fleet and maritime life.
Town museum covering local history, natural history, fine art and Grey Owl material in a grand former house.
Independent contemporary gallery in the Old Town showing changing exhibitions by regional and national artists.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, old houses, independent shops and easy access to the beach and castle hill.
Steep historic street lined with timber-framed buildings, shops and pubs, linking the seafront to the hill.
Large cliff-top country park with coastal paths, wildlife, picnic spots and broad views east towards Fairlight.
Fresh Dover sole landed on the Sussex coast, prized locally for its sweet flavour and long fishing heritage around Hastings’ beach-launched fleet.
Plaice or sole fillets rolled, baked and traditionally finished with a rich sauce. A classic East Sussex fish dish linked to old English cookery.
Traditional Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding with a whole lemon and butter inside. Rich, old-fashioned and strongly associated with Sussex.
Stylish bistro and wine bar offering modern British cooking, seafood and a smart but informal atmosphere in the Old Town.
Popular seafront seafood restaurant known for fresh local fish and relaxed modern dining close to the Old Town fishing quarter.
Casual fish and seafood spot on the Stade, valued for local catches, simple cooking and views near the historic fishing beach.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than London, but summer stays and seafront venues can raise costs noticeably.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Hastings station -> Hastings Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool 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 Blackpool to Hastings trains use the Blackpool North to Hastings station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Hastings train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side, 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.
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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