4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hastings to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
619 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hastings to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hastings to Edinburgh will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hastings for Edinburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 619 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 19 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.
7:157h19Hastings14:34Edinburgh£721One-way0 changes
8:506h45Hastings15:35Edinburgh£781One-way0 changes- 8:157h19Hastings15:34Edinburgh£871One-way0 changes
- 8:506h45Hastings15:35Edinburgh£781One-way0 changes
- 8:157h19Hastings15:34Edinburgh£871One-way0 changes
- 7:157h19Hastings14:34Edinburgh£721One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hastings to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hastings to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 619 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£100 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hastings to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Hastings to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:15 Hastings | 7h19 | 14:34 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 Hastings | 7h19 | 15:34 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:50 Hastings | 6h45 | 15:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hastings to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hastings to Edinburgh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 619 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 619 km |
Average train duration 6h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 18:25 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Southern from Hastings to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Southern trains will get you between Hastings and Edinburgh from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hastings to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hastings to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hastings and Edinburgh
Most Hastings to Edinburgh trains use the Hastings to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Hastings and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hastings station do trains to Edinburgh 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.
Getting to West St Leonards from Hastings city centre
West St Leonards is 2 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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.
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