Norwich to Hastings by train

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Overview: trains from Norwich to Hastings

Find the key information for travelling by train from Norwich 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 04:55 View journey
Last train 22:02 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 30m View journey
Distance (km) 203
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey €41.17 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 32m
Train operators 6

Discover Norwich to Hastings by train

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

Train cost between Norwich and Hastings: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from €41.17, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Norwich to Hastings

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Norwich to Hastings:

  • 04:55 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:02 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:00 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:00 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 34 minutes from Norwich toward Hastings.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 28 trains serving this route each day.

Train travel time and distance from Norwich to Hastings

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 30 minutes. The total distance travelled is 203 kilometres.

When do tickets between Norwich and Hastings go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Norwich and Hastings 4 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Further insights on trains from Norwich to Hastings

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Hastings city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Norwich to Hastings

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

The total journey from Norwich to Hastings is 203 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.