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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lewes to Hastings
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
39 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lewes to Hastings is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lewes to Hastings will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Lewes for Hastings 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 39 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
17:420h54
Lewes18:36Hastings
£121One-way
0 changes
08:571h01
Lewes09:58Hastings
£181One-way
0 changes
04:121h04
Lewes05:16Hastings
£181One-way
0 changes
17:420h54
Lewes18:36Hastings
£121One-way
0 changes
08:571h01
Lewes09:58Hastings
£181One-way
0 changes
04:121h04
Lewes05:16Hastings
£181One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lewes to Hastings
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lewes to Hastings among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 39 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lewes to Hastings train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:57 Lewes | 1h03 | 18:00 Hastings | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 04:12 Lewes | 1h04 | 05:16 Hastings | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lewes to Hastings
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lewes to Hastings run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
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 39 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
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 Lewes to Hastings trainsSouthern trains will get you between Lewes and Hastings from £12. 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
52m
Cheapest Price
£12
Southern frequency
4 a day
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
Quiet zone
FAQs: Lewes to Hastings train
FAQs: Travel by train from Lewes to Hastings easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lewes to Hastings.
The train distance from Lewes to Hastings is 39 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Lewes and Hastings. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Southern, Southern.
The train journey from Lewes to Hastings covers a distance of 39 km and takes approximately 52m. Trains run 4 per day.
Booking trains from Lewes to Hastings in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Lewes to Hastings, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Lewes to Hastings leaves at 0:03.
The cost of a train ticket from Lewes to Hastings can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The last train from Lewes to Hastings departs at 23:57.
Trains from Lewes to Hastings run approximately 4 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Hastings is by train, costing approximately £12.
There is no night train service from Lewes to Hastings.
The train station in Lewes that goes to Hastings is Lewes station (LWS), and it arrives at Hastings station (HGS).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lewes to Hastings.
Yes, you can take the train from Lewes to Hastings.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lewes and Hastings
Lewes
Hastings
The major train station for departures in Lewes is Lewes. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lewes for your trip from Lewes to Hastings.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Steep ramp to platforms 2 and 3 (to London / some trains to Seaford / Eastbourne). Ramp is over 400m long and above 1:10 gradient). Lifts to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on all platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Cycle Hub in main car park, access via the Key.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Hastings is Hastings. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hastings for your journey to Hastings from Lewes.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:30 Saturday 05:50 - 20:30 Sunday 05:50 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: W H smith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900 (outside of these hours, access availble on request from staff)
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Hastings
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated shelters are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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