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It takes an average of 6h 45m to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Hastings by train, over a distance of around 385 miles (619 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Hastings and tickets for this journey start from £95.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:30 | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Hastings | |
| Journey time | From 6h 21m | |
| Distance | 385 miles (619 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £95.20 | |
| Train operators | London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Southeastern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Hastings in 6 hours 21 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Hastings? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 45 minutes to travel the 385 miles (619 km) from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Hastings by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or Southeastern to Hastings. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Hastings in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £95.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Hastings by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Hastings?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.