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The average train between Watford and Hastings takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Watford 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.

2h 29m
Duration
81 mi
Distance
£48
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London Euston

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  1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Hastingstrain train London Charing Cross - Hastings
2h 30m
£35–86

Watford to Hastings train times

Trains run hourly between Watford and Hastings. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Hastings at 7:45 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 38m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 41m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 22m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 36m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 26m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 27m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 36m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 26m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 27m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)Southeastern2h 20m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford 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.

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  • Distance: 80.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Watford, England and Hastings, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Charing Cross to Hastings every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 44m.

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