Manchester to Hastings by train

Taking the train from Manchester to Hastings

So you’re considering going from Manchester to Hastings by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Manchester and Hastings: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £54.97, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Manchester to Hastings departure timetable

On this route, 41 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Manchester at 05:05 and the last leaving at 22:07 during the week.

For weekend travel to Hastings, the earliest departure is at 05:25 and the last one is at 20:55. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 20 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Manchester to Hastings

Trains can complete this route in as little as 4 hours and 8 minutes. The total distance travelled is 349 kilometres.

How far in advance Manchester and Hastings tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Manchester and Hastings are available 3 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making the most of your Manchester to Hastings travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Hastings.