Hastings to Brighton train with Southern

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  • SouthernG26321 · W29124
    13:251h14
    Hastings station (HGS)
    14:39Brighton station (BTN)
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernG26326 · W29084
    14:251h14
    Hastings station (HGS)
    15:39Brighton station (BTN)
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernG77175
    13:561h13
    Hastings station (HGS)
    15:09Brighton station (BTN)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • SouthernG26315 · C09926
    12:251h14
    Hastings station (HGS)
    13:39Brighton station (BTN)
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • SouthernG27037
    14:561h21
    Hastings station (HGS)
    16:17Brighton station (BTN)
    £111One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Hastings to Brighton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hastings to Brighton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £20.

Distance: 50 km

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£20

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£20

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Cheapest

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 17m

Average total duration

1h 47m

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Live departures

Hastings to Brighton train times

The table below shows live departures for Hastings to Brighton trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SouthernG26282 · G77138
On time
6:19 Hastings station (HGS)
1h31
7:50 Brighton station (BTN)
1 change
SouthernG77138
On time
6:37 Hastings station (HGS)
1h13
7:50 Brighton station (BTN)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG27027
On time
6:53 Hastings station (HGS)
1h26
8:19 Brighton station (BTN)
0 changesdirect
SouthernC09850 · G27027
On time
7:04 Hastings station (HGS)
1h15
8:19 Brighton station (BTN)
1 change
SouthernG26287 · G77143
On time
7:20 Hastings station (HGS)
1h29
8:49 Brighton station (BTN)
1 change
SouthernG77143
On time
7:36 Hastings station (HGS)
1h13
8:49 Brighton station (BTN)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26292 · C09944
On time
8:26 Hastings station (HGS)
1h13
9:39 Brighton station (BTN)
1 change
SouthernG77150
On time
8:40 Hastings station (HGS)
1h08
9:48 Brighton station (BTN)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG27034
On time
8:53 Hastings station (HGS)
1h25
10:18 Brighton station (BTN)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26298 · C09939
On time
9:25 Hastings station (HGS)
1h14
10:39 Brighton station (BTN)
1 change
SouthernG77159
On time
9:57 Hastings station (HGS)
1h12
11:09 Brighton station (BTN)
0 changesdirect
SouthernG26304 · C09938
On time
10:25 Hastings station (HGS)
1h14
11:39 Brighton station (BTN)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hastings to Brighton

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Trains from Hastings to Brighton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:32, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
50 km
Average train duration
1h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 12m
First train
1:32
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
5 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Southern from Hastings to Brighton trainsSouthern trains will get you between Hastings and Brighton from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£20
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for a UK seaside city. Hotels and dining are pricier than many British towns, but buses, casual eats and supermarket options help keep daily costs manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

Trains from Hastings to Brighton

During the week, trains from Hastings to Brighton start shortly after 5:00 a.m. with the last service departing Hastings at around 11:30 p.m. The service runs twice and hour on average and is either direct or with one change at Lewes. Southern Trains is the service provider and journey takes about one hour 20 minutes. At the weekends, trains depart from Hastings at around 6:30 a.m. on Saturdays and 8:30 a.m. on Sundays. While the last train on Saturday departs Hastings at roughly 11:30 p.m, Sunday's final service of the day is approximately an hour earlier. Both trains stations are central to the towns they serve.

FAQs: Hastings to Brighton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hastings to Brighton 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 Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hastings to Brighton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The train journey from Hastings to Brighton covers a distance of 50 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Hastings to Brighton is 50 km.
The first train from Hastings to Brighton leaves at 1:32.
The last train from Hastings to Brighton departs at 23:57.
Trains from Hastings to Brighton run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hastings to Brighton.
Yes, there is a direct train between Hastings and Brighton. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Southern.
To get from Hastings to Brighton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Hastings to Brighton.
The train station in Hastings that goes to Brighton is Hastings station (HGS), and it arrives at Brighton station (BTN).
The cheapest way to get from Hastings to Brighton is by train, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Hastings to Brighton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Hastings to Brighton is considered scenic as it passes through the picturesque Sussex countryside, offering views of rolling hills, charming villages, and stretches of the English Channel.
Yes, a day trip from Hastings to Brighton is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 12m and trains running 6 times per day over a distance of 50 km.
In Brighton, you can explore the vibrant street art scene with guided tours, visit the British Airways i360 for panoramic views, enjoy performances at the Brighton Dome, and take a scenic walk along the Undercliff Walk. Experience the nightlife in lively bars and clubs. Best sights include the exotic Royal Pavilion, historic Brighton Pier, popular Brighton Beach, charming Lanes, and the Brighton Museum & Art Gallery.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Brighton's main attractions, enjoy its vibrant culture, and relax by the seaside.
Yes, you can take the train from Hastings to Brighton.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hastings and Brighton

Most Hastings to Brighton trains use the Hastings to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Hove. Use this guide to compare Hastings and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hastings
Arrival train stations in Brighton

Which Hastings station do trains to Brighton leave from?

Trains from Hastings to Brighton leave from Hastings. The station is from Hastings city centre at Hastings station, Station Approach, off Havelock Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1BA.
HastingsHastings station, Station Approach, off Havelock Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1BA+44 3303339232ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hastings from Hastings city centre

Bus324, 100 · 2m · £3 · every ~7 min

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.

OreOre station, Hughenden Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3NDParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Ore from Hastings city centre

Ore is 1 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainEastbourne - Ashford International, Hastings - Ashford International, London Victoria - Ore, Brighton - Ore, Eastbourne - Ore, Lewes - Ore, Polegate - Ore, Bexhill - Ore · 3m · £0.90 · every ~6 min

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.

West St LeonardsWest St Leonards station, St. Vincents Road, St Leonards, East Sussex, TN38 0NL+44 3303339232ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to West St Leonards from Hastings city centre

West St Leonards is 2 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainHastings - London Charing Cross, Hastings - Tonbridge, Hastings - London Cannon Street, Hastings - Wadhurst, Hastings - London Bridge, Hastings - Tunbridge Wells · 6m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus70, 99, 323B, 323, 98, 1066, 99E · 11m · £3 · every ~19 min

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.

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