The average train between Hastings and Strood takes 1h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Hastings to Strood. 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 Hastings and Strood. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hastings is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Strood at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 1h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hastings to Strood? 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 Hastings to Strood. However, there are services departing from Hastings station and arriving at Strood station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.
Hastings to Strood train services, operated by Southern, depart from Hastings station.
Hastings to Strood train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.
Book your Hastings to Strood train tickets online with Southern and Southeastern.
The distance between Hastings and Strood is 60.2 km. The road distance is 111 km.
You can take a train from Hastings to Strood via Ashford International and Ebbsfleet International in around 1h 59m.