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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
£56
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Woking to Hastings is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Woking to Hastings will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 1 trains that leave Woking for Hastings every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.


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Trains from Woking to Hastings run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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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 Woking 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 Woking to Hastings trains use the Woking to Hastings station pair, with some services arriving at Ore. Use this guide to compare Woking and Hastings train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Woking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Woking.
Wi-Fi is available at Woking. ATMs are available at Woking.
Ticket office support is available at Woking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Woking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available outside both station entrances. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance, 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: 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.
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