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Overview: Train from Rochford to Hastings
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Take a train from Rochford to Hastings and enjoy the approximately 81 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:36.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 81 km |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 21:36 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
FAQs: Rochford to Hastings train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochford to Hastings 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Rochford to Hastings is 81 km.
The first train from Rochford to Hastings leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Rochford to Hastings departs at 21:36.
Trains from Rochford to Hastings run approximately 3 times per day.
To travel from Rochford to Hastings, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Rochford to Hastings.
The train station in Rochford that goes to Hastings is Southend Airport (SIA), and it arrives at Hastings station (HGS).
Booking trains from Rochford to Hastings in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Rochford to Hastings offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque countryside of East Sussex and along the coast, providing passengers with glimpses of charming rural landscapes and coastal vistas.
In Hastings, you can visit the Blue Reef Aquarium to explore marine life exhibits and underwater tunnels. Enjoy local delicacies and entertainment at the Hastings Seafood and Wine Festival. Take a ride on the East Hill Cliff Railway, the UK's steepest funicular railway. Explore the Hastings Contemporary, a modern art gallery showcasing contemporary works. Participate in the Jack in the Green Festival, a traditional May Day celebration with music and parades. Discover Hastings Castle for panoramic views, wander through Hastings Old Town with its quaint streets and shops, enjoy the restored Hastings Pier, explore the Smugglers Adventure museum, and take in the natural beauty of Hastings Country Park.
To fully explore Hastings, including its historic sites like Hastings Castle, the Old Town, and the famous pier, as well as enjoying the seaside and nearby attractions, a stay of 2-3 days is recommended.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Rochford to Hastings.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rochford and Hastings
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Hastings
The major train station for departures in Rochford is Rochford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rochford for your trip from Rochford to Hastings.
Amenities at train station
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ATM
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Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:20 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Antica Roma Ltd
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on platform 1. Toilets are available when the station is staffed
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Rochford
- Onward travel information: Local Buses from bus stops, 5 minutes walk
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stopoutside station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Hastings is Hastings. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hastings for your journey to Hastings from Rochford.
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:30 Saturday 05:50 - 20:30 Sunday 05:50 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: W H smith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900 (outside of these hours, access availble on request from staff)
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Hastings
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station.
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