The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £19
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £19
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 2 h
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 2 h
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

7:53 2h00 London Waterloo East (WAE) 9:53 Hastings station (HGS) £19 1 One-way 0 changes

7:53 2h00 London Waterloo East (WAE) 9:53 Hastings station (HGS) £19 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS)
Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Frequently asked questions about your London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS).
Live departures
London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS) trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:18 London Waterloo East (WAE) | 2h17 | 1:35 Hastings station (HGS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 7:53 London Waterloo East (WAE) | 2h00 | 9:53 Hastings station (HGS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Waterloo East (WAE) and Hastings station (HGS)
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FAQs: London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hastings station (HGS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Waterloo East (WAE) and Hastings station (HGS)
Most London Waterloo East (WAE) to Hastings station (HGS) trains use the London Bridge to Hastings station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo East (WAE) and Hastings station (HGS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Waterloo East from London city centre
London Waterloo East is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo East train station facilities and services
London Waterloo East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo East.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo East: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hastings from Hastings city centre
Hastings train station facilities and services
Hastings has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hastings.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hastings.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hastings. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hastings: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hastings: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hastings: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access direct to platform 1 and 2 from ramp leading off the ticket hall for some Ashford and Brightton/London services. Step free access to platforms 3 and 4 via lifts on the station footbridge. Stepped access between platforms also via the station footbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:40 Saturday 04:45 - 01:40 Sunday 06:20 - 01:25 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
