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Trains from London Waterloo to Hastings (HGS)

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35

train journeys
per day

53

miles (86 kms)

2hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

05:22 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Hastings (HGS)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Hastings , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Hastings is approximately 53 miles (86 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 33 mins.

Southern, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Hastings.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Hastings. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 12 mins.

Map of the rail routes from London Waterloo to Hastings

Journeys from London Waterloo to Hastings Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:22
    2 hrs 38 mins1 change
    08:00
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:42
    2 hrs 17 mins1 change
    08:59
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:12
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    09:24
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:42
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    09:58
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:12
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    10:24
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:42
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    10:58
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:12
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    11:24
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:42
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    11:58
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:12
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    12:24
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:42
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    12:58
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:12
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    13:24
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:42
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    13:58
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:12
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    14:24
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:42
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    14:58
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:12
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    15:24
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:42
    2 hrs 17 mins1 change
    15:59
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:12
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    16:24
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:42
    2 hrs 17 mins1 change
    16:59
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:12
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    17:24
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:42
    2 hrs 22 mins1 change
    18:04
    London Waterloo
    Hastings
    London Waterloo to Hastings

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
AddressLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Hastings Station

Station name Hastings (HGS)
AddressHastings station, Station Approach, off Havelock Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1BA
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:50 - 20:30
Saturday 05:50 - 20:30
Sunday 05:50 - 20:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Waterloo and Hastings

The travel time between London Waterloo and Hastings by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Hastings vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo and Hastings can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Waterloo & Hastings. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Hastings.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Waterloo and Hastings, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.