Southampton to Hastings by train

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Overview: trains from Southampton to Hastings

Find the key information for travelling by train from Southampton to Hastings, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:15 View journey
Last train 23:12 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 1m View journey
Distance (km) 137
Trains / day 53 View all
Cheapest journey US$30.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 25m
Train operators 8

Discover Southampton to Hastings by train

Planning a train adventure from Southampton to Hastings? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost from Southampton to Hastings

Ready to book tickets from Southampton to Hastings? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Southampton and Hastings typically run US$30.00.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Train times for travel between Southampton and Hastings

If you are taking the train from Southampton to Hastings, you will have 53 trains each day (with a departure every 15 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:15. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:12. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:00, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:00.

Train duration for trips from Southampton to Hastings

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 1 minute, crossing a total distance of 137 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Southampton to Hastings trains

Tickets for travel to Hastings along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Additional information on train travel from Southampton to Hastings

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Hastings city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Southampton to Hastings

Want to know more about your journey from Southampton to Hastings? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Southampton and Hastings spans 137 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.