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Hayling Lifeboat Museum
A volunteer-run museum preserving the story of Hayling's lifeboats, crews and dramatic rescues along this coast.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Hayling Island among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 100 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Hayling Island:
A coach is £0.69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Hayling Island costing on average £20.
Other travel options to Hayling Island take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 10m.
The journey is about 29m faster (1h 36m by train vs 2h 5m by car) and roughly £0.79 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£20 vs £21). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from London to Hayling Island run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 21:46 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Discover the best of Hayling Island — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hayling Island trip today.
A volunteer-run museum preserving the story of Hayling's lifeboats, crews and dramatic rescues along this coast.
A nearby military museum with historic aircraft, vehicles and displays, suitable for visitors exploring beyond the island.
An art gallery in nearby Portsmouth showing historic and modern works, easy to combine with a Hayling Island day trip.
A long coastal path and nature route on a former railway line, popular for walking, cycling and wide harbour views.
A broad Blue Flag beach area known for watersports, sea views and a lively but relaxed seafront atmosphere.
A quieter beach and dune area at the island's western end, valued for sunsets, birdlife and open coastal scenery.
Oysters from nearby Chichester Harbour are prized for their briny, fresh flavour and long link to the local fishing and shellfish trade.
Sweet local crab, usually served dressed or in sandwiches, reflects the island’s coastal setting and Hampshire’s inshore fishing tradition.
A simple grilled or fried catch from the Solent area, often bass or plaice, representing classic seaside eating on Hayling Island.
Popular beachfront café and restaurant known for seafood, brunch and sea views in a relaxed, modern setting.
Well-known traditional pub with classic British dishes, drinks and a friendly waterside atmosphere near the harbour.
Smart marina-side restaurant serving seafood and modern British plates with a calm, polished atmosphere.
Moderate for a UK seaside stay. Dining and stays cost a little less than bigger south coast resorts, but summer weekends and local transport can raise overall costs.
Restaurants may add service; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
There are daily rail connections between London and Hayling Island. All trains are operated by Southwest Trains, who run services out of London Waterloo. Passengers can choose between two stations near Hayling Island: Havant and Bedhampton. The fastest journey times are from London Waterloo to Havant, which takes 1 hour 15 minutes, as compared to 1 hour 45 minutes to Bedhampton. The earliest train leaves Waterloo just after 5:00 a.m. and services continue throughout the day until late in the evening. During the day there will also be at least two trains an hour, allowing passengers to pick a time that suits their schedule conveniently.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Hayling Island 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 Hayling Island, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Hayling Island trains use the London Waterloo to Bedhampton station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Hayling Island train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Selhurst is 13 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Selhurst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Selhurst.
Wi-Fi is available at Selhurst.
Ticket office support is available at Selhurst.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Selhurst: Parking, WC.
Available at Selhurst: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Selhurst: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the paid side in the subway behind the gatelines, 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: No.
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