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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury to Hastings
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Trains from Salisbury to Hastings run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 19:19. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 4h 28m.
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 168 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 19:19 |
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 Salisbury to Hastings trainsSouthern trains will get you between Salisbury and Hastings from £40. 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
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
£40
Southern frequency
5 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: Salisbury to Hastings train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury 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.
The train distance from Salisbury to Hastings is 168 km.
In Hastings, you can visit the Blue Reef Aquarium to explore marine life exhibits and underwater tunnels. Enjoy local delicacies and entertainment at the Hastings Seafood and Wine Festival. Take a ride on the East Hill Cliff Railway, the UK's steepest funicular railway. Explore the Hastings Contemporary, a modern art gallery showcasing contemporary works. Participate in the Jack in the Green Festival, a traditional May Day celebration with music and parades. Discover Hastings Castle for panoramic views, wander through Hastings Old Town with its quaint streets and shops, enjoy the restored Hastings Pier, explore the Smugglers Adventure museum, and take in the natural beauty of Hastings Country Park.
To fully explore Hastings, including its historic sites like Hastings Castle, the Old Town, and the famous pier, as well as enjoying the seaside and nearby attractions, a stay of 2-3 days is recommended.
The train journey from Salisbury to Hastings covers a distance of 168 km and takes approximately 4h 28m. Trains run 8 per day.
A day trip from Salisbury to Hastings is not feasible as the travel duration is 4h 28m. However, there are 8 trains per day available for the journey, covering a distance of 168 km.
The first train from Salisbury to Hastings leaves at 5:07.
The train journey from Salisbury to Hastings offers a picturesque experience, passing through the scenic English countryside, lush green landscapes, and charming villages, particularly as it traverses the South Downs National Park.
The last train from Salisbury to Hastings departs at 19:19.
Booking trains from Salisbury to Hastings in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Salisbury to Hastings can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The cheapest way to get from Salisbury to Hastings is by train, costing approximately £40.
Trains from Salisbury to Hastings run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Salisbury to Hastings.
The train station in Salisbury that goes to Hastings is Salisbury station (SAL), and it arrives at Hastings station (HGS).
There is no night train service from Salisbury to Hastings.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Salisbury to Hastings.
Yes, you can take the train from Salisbury to Hastings.
To travel from Salisbury to Hastings, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury and Hastings
Salisbury
Hastings
The major train station for departures in Salisbury is Salisbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salisbury for your trip from Salisbury to Hastings.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2/3 and on Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected] The baby changing facilities are located in the toilets on Platform 4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 2, 3 and 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park, platform 4 and platform 6 Secure Cycle compound for Season Ticket holders
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Salisbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off South Western Road
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 Salisbury.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 12:25 Saturday 06:00 - 12:40 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
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 West St Leonards
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: St Vincent's Road
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