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Outbound fromLondon Charing Cross to Hastings by train
It takes an average of 1h 49m to travel from London Charing Cross to Hastings by train, over a distance of around 54 miles (87 km). There are normally 75 trains per day travelling from London Charing Cross to Hastings and tickets for this journey start from £7 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:15 | |
| Departure station | London Charing Cross | |
| Arrival station | Hastings | |
| Journey time | From 1h 32m | |
| Distance | 54 miles (87 km) | |
| Frequency | 75 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £7 | |
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How to travel from London Charing Cross to Hastings by train
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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.
Want to book your train tickets from London Charing Cross to Hastings now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to know if trains are running, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross to Hastings.
FAQs about the train journey from London Charing Cross to Hastings
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Cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross to Hastings
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
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.
Use your Railcard
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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.