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What is the best way to travel from London to Hastings?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Hastings from London. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 9 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
2h 22m
£14
£39
14
Train
1h 30m
£14
£31
64

What is the cheapest way to reach Hastings from London?

You can reach Hastings with just £14 by taking a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £18
Saturday
from £14
Sunday
from £14
Monday
Tuesday
from £15
Wednesday
Thursday
from £21

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Southeastern
    3h 19m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £18
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 55m
    0
    05:50
    London
    Catford Station
    07:45
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • Metro Turizm
    3h 12m
    0
    05:54
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £21
  • London Overground
    2h 45m
    0
    06:21
    London
    Wandsworth Road Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £44
  • South Western Railway
    2h 43m
    0
    05:22
    London
    Barnes Station
    08:05
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £47

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 25m
    0
    05:40
    London
    Catford Station
    08:05
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £14
  • Southeastern
    1h 30m
    0
    12:40
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    14:10
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £24
  • Southern
    2h 59m
    0
    05:06
    London
    Battersea Park Station
    08:05
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £48
  • South Western Railway
    2h 27m
    0
    05:38
    London
    Queenstown Road Station
    08:05
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £48
  • TfL Rail
    3h 14m
    0
    05:45
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:59
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £51

    • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Southeastern
    3h 5m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Catford Station
    09:04
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    £15
  • London Overground
    3h 40m
    0
    05:19
    London
    Edmonton
    08:59
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52
  • London Overground
    4h 24m
    0
    05:34
    London
    Edmonton
    09:58
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52
  • London Overground
    3h 35m
    0
    05:49
    London
    Edmonton
    09:24
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 53m
    0
    08:36
    London
    Catford Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £14
  • Southeastern
    1h 30m
    0
    10:40
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    12:10
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £18
  • London Overground
    2h 24m
    0
    08:05
    London
    Wandsworth Road Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £38
  • South Western Railway
    2h 57m
    0
    08:50
    London
    Barnes Bridge Station
    11:47
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £46
  • Great Northern
    2h 41m
    0
    07:48
    London
    Hornsey Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Great Northern
    Economy
    from £50

    • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Southeastern
    2h 34m
    0
    07:55
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    £14
  • Southeastern
    2h 22m
    0
    08:25
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:47
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    £14
  • Southern
    4h 34m
    0
    05:55
    London
    Battersea Park Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    £47
  • London Overground
    3h 17m
    0
    07:30
    London
    Edmonton
    10:47
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52
  • London Overground
    3h 29m
    0
    08:00
    London
    Edmonton
    11:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Southeastern
    3h 21m
    0
    05:45
    London
    Deptford Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £15
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 55m
    0
    05:50
    London
    Catford Station
    07:45
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £21
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 52m
    0
    05:53
    London
    Bellingham Station
    07:45
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £21
  • Southeastern
    2h 12m
    0
    05:33
    London
    Catford Station
    07:45
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £21
  • London Overground
    2h 45m
    0
    06:21
    London
    Wandsworth Road Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £44

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Southeastern
    1h 31m
    0
    06:37
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    08:08
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £21

What are the fastest trips from London to Hastings?

You can get to Hastings from London in just 1h 30m with a Train from Southeastern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 1h 55m
Saturday
from 1h 30m
Sunday
from 1h 30m
Monday
Tuesday
from 1h 52m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 1h 31m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 55m
    0
    05:50
    London
    Catford Station
    07:45
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £20
  • South Western Railway
    2h 43m
    0
    05:22
    London
    Barnes Station
    08:05
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £47
  • London Overground
    2h 45m
    0
    06:21
    London
    Wandsworth Road Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £44
  • Metro Turizm
    3h 12m
    0
    05:54
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £21
  • Southeastern
    3h 19m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £18

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Southeastern
    1h 30m
    0
    12:40
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    14:10
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £24
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    2h 25m
    0
    05:40
    London
    Catford Station
    08:05
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £14
  • South Western Railway
    2h 27m
    0
    05:38
    London
    Queenstown Road Station
    08:05
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £48
  • Southern
    2h 59m
    0
    05:06
    London
    Battersea Park Station
    08:05
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    from £48
  • TfL Rail
    3h 14m
    0
    05:45
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    08:59
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    TfL Rail
    Economy
    from £51

    • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Southeastern
    3h 5m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Catford Station
    09:04
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    £15
  • London Overground
    3h 35m
    0
    05:49
    London
    Edmonton
    09:24
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52
  • London Overground
    3h 40m
    0
    05:19
    London
    Edmonton
    08:59
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52
  • London Overground
    4h 24m
    0
    05:34
    London
    Edmonton
    09:58
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Southeastern
    1h 30m
    0
    10:40
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    12:10
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £18
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 53m
    0
    08:36
    London
    Catford Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £14
  • London Overground
    2h 24m
    0
    08:05
    London
    Wandsworth Road Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £38
  • Great Northern
    2h 41m
    0
    07:48
    London
    Hornsey Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Great Northern
    Economy
    from £50
  • South Western Railway
    2h 57m
    0
    08:50
    London
    Barnes Bridge Station
    11:47
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £46

    • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Southeastern
    2h 22m
    0
    08:25
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:47
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    £14
  • Southeastern
    2h 34m
    0
    07:55
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    £14
  • London Overground
    3h 17m
    0
    07:30
    London
    Edmonton
    10:47
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52
  • London Overground
    3h 29m
    0
    08:00
    London
    Edmonton
    11:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    £52
  • Southern
    4h 34m
    0
    05:55
    London
    Battersea Park Station
    10:29
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    £47

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 52m
    0
    05:53
    London
    Bellingham Station
    07:45
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £21
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    1h 55m
    0
    05:50
    London
    Catford Station
    07:45
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £21
  • Southeastern
    2h 12m
    0
    05:33
    London
    Catford Station
    07:45
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £21
  • London Overground
    2h 45m
    0
    06:21
    London
    Wandsworth Road Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    London Overground
    Economy
    from £44
  • Southeastern
    3h 21m
    0
    05:45
    London
    Deptford Station
    09:06
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £15

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Southeastern
    1h 31m
    0
    06:37
    London
    St Pancras Train Station
    08:08
    Hastings
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £21
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from London to Hastings

What are the most popular stations in London and Hastings?

In London, you will usually depart from Southwark Bridge Road Coach Stop, Victoria Coach Station or St Pancras Train Station, while in Hastings you will be arriving at St Leonards - Warrior Square, White Rock Gardens Bus Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Hastings from London? With 6 connections between 9 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between London and Hastings, you can pay as low as £14 with a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway).

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Southeastern: you will get to Hastings in just 1h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting London and Hastings are Southeastern, London Overground and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in London and Hastings is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Belsize Park or to Fairlight, and look at flights from Rochester Airport, and landing at Lydd Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from London to Hastings?

The most popular companies between London and Hastings, are Southeastern, London Overground and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: London Overground, Southeastern and Southern

Train companies: Southeastern, GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway), London Overground and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from London to Hastings

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from London to Hastings. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from London to Hastings

How can I reach Hastings from London?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Hastings from London.

How far is Hastings from London?

The distance between London and Hastings is 87.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between London and Hastings?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 15 kgs, and a flight 22 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from London to Hastings?

You can get to Hastings with just £14 by taking a Train from GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway).

What is the fastest way to get from London to Hastings?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Hastings in just 1h 30m with a Train from Southeastern.

More routes to London and to Hastings

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to London and to Hastings. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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