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Outbound fromTunbridge Wells to Hastings by train
It takes an average of 47m to travel from Tunbridge Wells to Hastings by train, over a distance of around 23 miles (37 km). There are normally 66 trains per day travelling from Tunbridge Wells to Hastings and tickets for this journey start from £8.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:45 | |
| Departure station | Tunbridge Wells | |
| Arrival station | Hastings | |
| Journey time | From 37m | |
| Distance | 23 miles (37 km) | |
| Frequency | 66 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £8.30 | |
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How to travel from Tunbridge Wells to Hastings by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Tunbridge Wells to Hastings? Look no further.
You'll usually find 66 trains per day running between Tunbridge Wells and Hastings, which usually take 47 minutes to complete the 23 miles (37 km) journey. It can take as little as 37 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Southeastern trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Hastings.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Tunbridge Wells to Hastings start from £8.30 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Hastings? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Tunbridge Wells to Hastings is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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