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London Charing Cross to Hastings Trains From £7.00

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Buy cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross to Hastings for just £7.00. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of £42.90. The train journey from London Charing Cross to Hastings typically takes approximately 1h 33m. You can expect a frequency of 43 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

London Charing Cross to Hastings Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from London Charing Cross to Hastings, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 04:42
    London Charing Cross
    07:35
    Hastings
    2h 53m, No direct
    Gatwick ExpressSouthern
  2. 05:00
    London Charing Cross
    08:04
    Hastings
    3h 4m, Direct
    Southern
  3. 06:00
    London Charing Cross
    07:49
    Hastings
    1h 49m, Direct
    Southeastern
  4. 06:19
    London Charing Cross
    08:55
    Hastings
    2h 36m, Direct
    Southern
  5. 06:27
    London Charing Cross
    08:55
    Hastings
    2h 28m, No direct
    SoutheasternThameslink
  6. 07:08
    London Charing Cross
    09:02
    Hastings
    1h 54m, Direct
    Southeastern
  7. 07:39
    London Charing Cross
    09:28
    Hastings
    1h 49m, Direct
    Southeastern
  8. 08:09
    London Charing Cross
    10:00
    Hastings
    1h 51m, Direct
    Southeastern
  9. 08:39
    London Charing Cross
    10:15
    Hastings
    1h 36m, Direct
    Southeastern
  10. 09:17
    London Charing Cross
    11:05
    Hastings
    1h 48m, Direct
    Southeastern
  1. 09:17
    London Charing Cross
    11:05
    Paris
    1h 48m, Direct
    Southeastern
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  2. London Charing Cross to Hastings Train Route Details

    The London Charing Cross to Hastings train ticket is £7.00. The average travel time is 1h 33m, covering a distance of approximately 87 miles. There are usually 43 daily trains provided by London Underground. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

    First train
    00:41
    Last train
    23:45
    Departure station
    London Charing Cross
    Arrival station
    Hastings
    Journey time
    1h 33m
    Distance
    87 miles
    Price
    £7.00
    Train Operators
    London Underground

    Choose London Charing Cross to Hastings Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from London Charing Cross to Hastings. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on London Charing Cross to Hastings Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off London Charing Cross to Hastings train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £42.90 Save £14.16
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £42.90 Save £14.16
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £42.90 Save £14.16
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £42.90 Save £14.16

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    London Charing Cross to Hastings train FAQs

    • When is the first train from London Charing Cross to Hastings?

      The first train from London Charing Cross to Hastings is at 00:41.
    • Are there direct trains from London Charing Cross to Hastings?

      No, there is no direct train from London Charing Cross to Hastings, and passengers would need to make 3 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from London Charing Cross to Hastings ?

      The train journey from London Charing Cross to Hastings typically takes an average of 1h 57m, with the fastest journey duration being around 1h 33m.
    • How much is a train from London Charing Cross to Hastings ?

      The cost of a train from London Charing Cross to Hastings can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £7.00 and the average price being around £42.90.
    • What times are off-peak trains from London Charing Cross to Hastings ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.