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The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Major pottery museum with the Staffordshire Hoard, ceramics collections and family-friendly galleries in Hanley.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Oct
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£128
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£192
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
3 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
3 h 16 m
Trains on 06 Oct
18
Distance
305 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £192 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £128.
Fast trains
To travel from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent you need to make at least 2 changes.
21:249h51Hastings7:15Stoke-on-Trent£1281One-way3 changes- 5:203h22Hastings8:42Stoke-on-Trent£1961One-way2 changes
- 6:123h14Hastings9:26Stoke-on-Trent£1961One-way2 changes
- 7:193h23Hastings10:42Stoke-on-Trent£1961One-way2 changes
- 8:253h17Hastings11:42Stoke-on-Trent£1961One-way2 changes
- 6:123h14Hastings9:26Stoke-on-Trent£1961One-way2 changes
- 8:253h17Hastings11:42Stoke-on-Trent£1961One-way2 changes
- 9:253h17Hastings12:42Stoke-on-Trent£1961One-way2 changes
- 10:253h17Hastings13:42Stoke-on-Trent£1961One-way2 changes
- 11:253h17Hastings14:42Stoke-on-Trent£1961One-way2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent and enjoy the approximately 305 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 19:25.
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 305 km |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 19:25 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 7 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
Live departures
Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent trains for today, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:20 Hastings | 3h22 | 8:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 6:12 Hastings | 3h14 | 9:26 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 7:19 Hastings | 3h23 | 10:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 8:25 Hastings | 3h17 | 11:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 9:25 Hastings | 3h17 | 12:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 10:25 Hastings | 3h17 | 13:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 11:25 Hastings | 3h17 | 14:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 12:25 Hastings | 3h17 | 15:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 13:25 Hastings | 3h17 | 16:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 14:25 Hastings | 3h17 | 17:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 15:25 Hastings | 3h17 | 18:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 16:25 Hastings | 4h01 | 20:26 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 17:24 Hastings | 3h18 | 20:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 18:25 Hastings | 3h17 | 21:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 19:25 Hastings | 3h43 | 23:08 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 20:25 Hastings | 3h31 | 23:56 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
| 21:24 Hastings | 9h51 | 7:15 Stoke-on-Trent | 3 changes | |
| 22:24 Hastings | 9h18 | 7:42 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
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Train companies: Southern from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent trainsSouthern trains will get you between Hastings and Stoke-on-Trent. 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 14m
Cheapest Southern Price
£128
Southern frequency
12 a day
Complete guide to Stoke-on-Trent
Things to do in Stoke-on-Trent
Discover the best of Stoke-on-Trent — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stoke-on-Trent trip today.
- Must visit
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Historic pottery factory museum with demonstrations, furnished workshops and hands-on insight into Stoke-on-Trent's ceramics trade.
- Recommended
Middleport Pottery
Museum and visitor centre at Middleport Pottery, exploring working pottery traditions, local history and canal-side industry.
- Recommended
Hanley Park
Restored Victorian park with formal gardens, lake, play areas and space for relaxed walks near the city centre.
- Recommended
Etruria Canal Area
Canal-side heritage area with paths, industrial buildings and green space, ideal for a short walk and waterside views.
- Recommended
Parkhall Country Park
Large country park with woodland, open meadows and accessible trails, popular for walking, wildlife and fresh air.
Staffordshire oatcake
A hearty Staffordshire oat pancake made from oatmeal batter, often filled with cheese, bacon or sausage. It is the Potteries’ signature savoury snack and breakfast staple.
- Vegetarian
Cheese oatcake
A simple local lunch of melted cheese, sliced onion and tomato layered on a Staffordshire oatcake. It is a classic Potteries café order.
Potato and meat pie
Traditional meat and potato filling wrapped in suet pastry and steamed or baked. This old Staffordshire working dish is warming and very filling.
High Lane Oatcakes
Well-known casual spot for authentic Staffordshire oatcakes with varied fillings. Simple, local and ideal for a quick regional bite.
Oatcake Heaven
Popular local restaurant known for well-made Staffordshire oatcakes, breakfast dishes and relaxed café atmosphere.
The Holy Inadequate
Traditional canalside pub serving ales and classic British food in a historic setting near the Trent and Mersey Canal.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels and meals are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafes do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £4.80
To the city centre
Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station -> Hanley Bus Station, Stoke-on-Trent
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 18 min
- Stoke Smart tickets are valid across multiple operators in the Stoke Smart area, including First and D&G, if bought through their official apps or accepted sales channels.
- Contactless payment is available for bus travel with major operators in the city; check the operator app before boarding for the best-value ticket.
FAQs: Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent is 305 km.
The first train from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent departs at 19:25.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent.
There is no night train service from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent.
Booking trains from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent offers varied scenery, including views of the South Downs, glimpses of the English countryside, and urban landscapes as you approach cities like London and Stoke-on-Trent.
Yes, you can take the train from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hastings and Stoke-on-Trent
Most Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent station pair. Use this guide to compare Hastings and Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent
Which Hastings station do trains to Stoke-on-Trent leave from?
Trains from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent 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 · £0.89 · 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 Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Hastings arrive at?
Trains from Hastings to Stoke-on-Trent arrive at Stoke-on-Trent. Stoke-on-Trent is 1 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre.
Stoke-on-TrentStoke-on-Trent station, Station Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 2AA+44 345 328 0253
City-centre transport
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Bus25, 23, 40A · 9m · every ~18 min
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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