The average train between Skegness and Hastings takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Skegness to Hastings. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Skegness and Hastings. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Skegness is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Hastings at 1:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Skegness to Hastings? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Skegness station and arriving at Hastings station via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.
Skegness to Hastings train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.
Skegness to Hastings train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Hastings station.
Book your Skegness to Hastings train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Skegness and Hastings is 255 km. The road distance is 394 km.
You can take a train from Skegness to Hastings via Grantham, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 5h 12m.