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Nottingham Castle
Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hastings to Nottingham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£143
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£143
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
4 h
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
4 h 33 m
Trains on 19 Sept
4
Distance
262 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hastings to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hastings to Nottingham will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £143.
Fast trains
To travel from Hastings to Nottingham you need to make at least 2 changes.
C21553+
P85519+
C026676:305h02Hastings station (HGS)11:32Nottingham station (NOT)£1431One-way2 changes- W70954+
G00937+
W27796+P858916:254h36Hastings station (HGS)11:01Nottingham station (NOT)£1431One-way3 changes - P85891+
C01999+C59720+W277966:254h00Hastings station (HGS)10:25Nottingham station (NOT)£1431One-way3 changes - P85524+C59724+
Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+G080896:504h35Hastings station (HGS)11:25Nottingham station (NOT)£1431One-way3 changes
- P85891+C01999+C59720+W277966:254h00Hastings station (HGS)10:25Nottingham station (NOT)£1431One-way3 changes
- P85524+C59724+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+G080896:504h35Hastings station (HGS)11:25Nottingham station (NOT)£1431One-way3 changes
- W70954+G00937+W27796+P858916:254h36Hastings station (HGS)11:01Nottingham station (NOT)£1431One-way3 changes
- C21553+P85519+C026676:305h02Hastings station (HGS)11:32Nottingham station (NOT)£1431One-way2 changes
Live departures
Hastings to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Hastings to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01999+P85891+W27796+C59720 | 6:25 Hastings station (HGS) | 4h00 | 10:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
| W27796+P85891+W70954+G00937 | 6:25 Hastings station (HGS) | 4h36 | 11:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
| P85519+C21553+C02667 | 6:30 Hastings station (HGS) | 5h02 | 11:32 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
| P85524+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+G08089+C59724 | 6:50 Hastings station (HGS) | 4h35 | 11:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hastings to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Hastings to Nottingham and enjoy the approximately 262 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 21:25.
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 262 km |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 21:25 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 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 Nottingham trainsSouthern trains will get you between Hastings and Nottingham. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
3h 22m
Cheapest Southern Price
£108
Southern frequency
12 a day
Complete guide to Nottingham
Things to do in Nottingham
Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
- Recommended
National Justice Museum
National museum dedicated to justice, crime and punishment, with immersive courts, cells and law galleries in former legal buildings.
- Recommended
Nottingham Contemporary
Independent contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market showing changing exhibitions, talks and events in a distinctive modern building.
- Must visit
Lace Market
Historic quarter of warehouses, churches and creative venues, ideal for walking, architecture, independent shops and hidden courtyards.
- Must visit
Old Market Square
Central square framed by major civic buildings, fountains and seasonal events, serving as Nottingham’s main gathering place.
- Recommended
Wollaton Park
Victorian public park with formal gardens, boating lake, deer park and woodland walks beside the dramatic hall.
- Vegetarian
Chip Cob
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar or curry sauce. It is a classic East Midlands fast-food staple tied to local cob culture.
- Vegetarian
Nottingham Cob
A local bread roll from Nottingham and the East Midlands, known for its flour-dusted crust and soft centre. It is central to regional sandwich and bakery traditions.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
A hard, crumbly blue cheese traditionally made in Nottinghamshire. It is one of England’s best-known historic cheeses and a strong local dairy speciality.
alchemilla
Modern British tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting. A strong choice for refined dining in the city centre.
Bar Iberico
Well-known city-centre steakhouse and bar in a historic lace-market cellar. Lively atmosphere with grilled meats and cocktails.
4550 Miles From Delhi
Popular restaurant serving southern Indian dishes and street-food favourites. Casual, colourful and dependable for bold flavours.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and local transport stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
NCTX Buses
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.70
To the city centre
Nottingham Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 9 min
- Contactless Tap & Go works on NCT buses and NET trams, with automatic daily capping across both networks.
- For city-centre travel, Old Market Square is a key tram stop and interchange point for central Nottingham.
FAQs: Hastings to Nottingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hastings to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Hastings to Nottingham is 262 km.
The first train from Hastings to Nottingham leaves at 5:14.
The last train from Hastings to Nottingham departs at 21:25.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hastings to Nottingham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hastings to Nottingham.
To travel from Hastings to Nottingham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Hastings to Nottingham.
Booking trains from Hastings to Nottingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hastings to Nottingham offers a mix of scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque countryside of East Sussex and parts of the Midlands. Passengers can enjoy sights of rolling hills, charming villages, and lush landscapes, particularly during the daytime.
In Nottingham, visitors can explore the historic Nottingham Castle with its panoramic views and museum exhibits or visit Wollaton Hall, an Elizabethan mansion in a deer park that houses the Nottingham Natural History Museum. The City of Caves offers a fascinating underground adventure through the sandstone caves, while Nottingham Contemporary showcases diverse art exhibitions. For a taste of history, stop by Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, one of England's oldest pubs. Enjoy the lively atmosphere at Old Market Square, unwind at Attenborough Nature Reserve, or catch a performance at Nottingham Playhouse. Green's Windmill and Science Centre and The Arboretum also offer engaging experiences for all ages.
A stay of two to three days in Nottingham is generally recommended to explore its main attractions, such as Nottingham Castle, the City of Caves, and Wollaton Hall, while also enjoying the local dining and shopping experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Hastings to Nottingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hastings and Nottingham
Most Hastings to Nottingham trains use the Hastings to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Hastings and Nottingham 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 Nottingham
Which Hastings station do trains to Nottingham leave from?
Trains from Hastings to Nottingham 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 3303339232
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 3ND
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.
Which Nottingham station do trains from Hastings arrive at?
Trains from Hastings to Nottingham arrive at Nottingham. Nottingham is 1 km from Nottingham city centre.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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.
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