The average train between Chelmsford and Hastings takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford to Hastings. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chelmsford and Hastings. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Hastings at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford to Hastings? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Hastings station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Chelmsford to Hastings train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Hastings train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Hastings station.
Book your Chelmsford to Hastings train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chelmsford and Hastings is 98.2 km. The road distance is 146 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Hastings via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street Station, London Bridge Bus Station, and London Bridge in around 2h 45m.