First train | 04:57 | |
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Last train | 22:45 | |
Departure station | London Charing Cross | |
Arrival station | Hastings | |
Journey time | From 1h 32m | |
Distance | 54 miles (87 km) | |
Frequency | 74 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £14.40 | |
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You can expect the journey from London Charing Cross to Hastings by train to take around 1h 47m. You’ll usually find around 38 trains running on this route per day, which spans 54 miles (87 km). You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. The fastest train can get you there in just 1h 32m. Operated by Southeastern, all trains on this route offer free WiFi, access to Southeastern’s onboard entertainment service – Se Motion – filled with TV shows and films, and even First Class seating on certain routes.
To snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time – tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more, get a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
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If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London Charing Cross to Hastings is right for you.
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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