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Fishermen's Museum
Museum in preserved fishermen's net shops telling the story of Hastings' beach-launched fleet and maritime life.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 54 m
Trains on 05 Sept
10
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone to Hastings is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidstone to Hastings will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Maidstone to Hastings you need to make at least one change.
P88662+
C56153
P89372 · P90231 · P85433
P89382 · P90234 · P85438
P88678+
W27795
P89363 · P90224 · P85427
P89372 · P90231 · P85433
P89390 · P90240 · P85444
P88657+
W27798
P89382 · P90234 · P85438
P89363 · P90224 · P85427Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone to Hastings among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 46 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Hastings take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 40m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.61. The journey takes 1h 20m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Maidstone to Hastings trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P88657+ W27798 | 6:15 Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h56 | 8:11 Hastings station (HGS) | 1 change | |
P89352 · P90221 · P85421 | 7:00 Maidstone West (MDW) | 2h04 | 9:04 Hastings station (HGS) | 2 changes | |
P88662+ C56153 | 7:01 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2h09 | 9:10 Hastings station (HGS) | 1 change | |
P89363 · P90224 · P85427 | 7:30 Maidstone West (MDW) | 1h59 | 9:29 Hastings station (HGS) | 2 changes | |
P89372 · P90231 · P85433 | 8:00 Maidstone West (MDW) | 1h47 | 9:47 Hastings station (HGS) | 2 changes | |
P88669+ C56142 | 8:01 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2h09 | 10:10 Hastings station (HGS) | 1 change | |
P89382 · P90234 · P85438 | 8:30 Maidstone West (MDW) | 1h59 | 10:29 Hastings station (HGS) | 2 changes | |
P89390 · P90240 · P85444 | 9:00 Maidstone West (MDW) | 1h47 | 10:47 Hastings station (HGS) | 2 changes | |
P88678+ W27795 | 9:01 Maidstone East (MDE) | 2h09 | 11:10 Hastings station (HGS) | 1 change | |
P89400 · P90243 · P85450 | 9:30 Maidstone West (MDW) | 1h59 | 11:29 Hastings station (HGS) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Maidstone to Hastings run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 22:58 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Hastings — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hastings trip today.
Museum in preserved fishermen's net shops telling the story of Hastings' beach-launched fleet and maritime life.
Town museum covering local history, natural history, fine art and Grey Owl material in a grand former house.
Independent contemporary gallery in the Old Town showing changing exhibitions by regional and national artists.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, old houses, independent shops and easy access to the beach and castle hill.
Steep historic street lined with timber-framed buildings, shops and pubs, linking the seafront to the hill.
Large cliff-top country park with coastal paths, wildlife, picnic spots and broad views east towards Fairlight.
Fresh Dover sole landed on the Sussex coast, prized locally for its sweet flavour and long fishing heritage around Hastings’ beach-launched fleet.
Plaice or sole fillets rolled, baked and traditionally finished with a rich sauce. A classic East Sussex fish dish linked to old English cookery.
Traditional Sussex pond pudding is a suet pastry pudding with a whole lemon and butter inside. Rich, old-fashioned and strongly associated with Sussex.
Stylish bistro and wine bar offering modern British cooking, seafood and a smart but informal atmosphere in the Old Town.
Popular seafront seafood restaurant known for fresh local fish and relaxed modern dining close to the Old Town fishing quarter.
Casual fish and seafood spot on the Stade, valued for local catches, simple cooking and views near the historic fishing beach.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Dining and hotels are usually cheaper than London, but summer stays and seafront venues can raise costs noticeably.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Hastings station -> Hastings Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to Hastings 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 Hastings, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Maidstone to Hastings trains use the Maidstone West to Hastings station pair, with some services arriving at Ore. Use this guide to compare Maidstone and Hastings train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Maidstone West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone West.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone West. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maidstone West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maidstone West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maidstone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone West.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Maidstone, Travelodge Maidstone Central, The Townhouse Hotel.
Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone East.
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone East. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maidstone East: Parking, WC.
Available at Maidstone East: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. 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 from the main side entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. Step free access to platform 3, terminal platform, for services towards London. There is step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. From the Ticket office the step free access to all platforms is via the station forecourt, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 01:00 Saturday 05:30 - 01:00 Sunday 06:30 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Maidstone Barracks is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone Barracks has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone Barracks.
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.
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Parking.
Available at Maidstone Barracks: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone Barracks: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access.Steps to all platforms down from main road.Interchange between platforms via steps up to road bridge. Unstaffed station. There are no station staff but there are staff to assist on the trains, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Hastings.
ATMs are available at Hastings.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hastings: Parking, WC.
Available at Hastings: Bike Parking.
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.
Ore is 1 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:
Ore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ore.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ore: Parking.
Available at Ore: Bike Parking.
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.
West St Leonards is 2 km from Hastings city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at West St Leonards.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West St Leonards: Parking.
Available at West St Leonards: Bike Parking.
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.
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