Is there a direct train from Watford to Hastings?

The journey between Watford and Hastings usually involves 7 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Watford to Hastings every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Watford to Hastings?

The Watford to Hastings train travel takes about 2 hours and 27 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Watford to Hastings train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Hastings leaving Watford at around 04:12 and the last train leaving at around 23:25.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Watford at around 00:40, with the final departure at 23:25.

Watford to Hastings by train

First train

00:40
Last train

23:25

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 27m

Distance

111 kilometres
Trains per day

40

Avg. journey time

2hr 58m
Train operators

Explore Watford to Hastings by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Watford to Hastings aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train travel between Watford and Hastings: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Watford to Hastings:

Cheapest tickets: £38.60
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 months in advance.

Train schedule for travel between Watford and Hastings

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 40 trains make this journey of 111 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Watford is at 04:12 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:25.

During the weekend, 00:40 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:25 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 16 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Watford to Hastings?

This journey covers a total of 111 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 27 minutes.

How far in advance Watford and Hastings tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Watford and Hastings are available 4 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Watford to Hastings

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Hastings city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Watford and Hastings by train?

The train journey from Watford to Hastings covers 111 kilometres in total.

What is the Watford to Hastings train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs £38.60. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

How far in advance can I book my Watford to Hastings train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 4 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Watford to Hastings?

The quickest journey is 2 hours and 27 minutes.

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