Hastings station
Station Approach
off Havelock Road
Hastings
East Sussex
TN34 1BA
Hastings Station can be found on Station Approach in off Havelock Road as shown on the map, and is operated by Southeastern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Hastings Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Hastings train station, located in the vibrant town of the same name on the south coast of England, is your gateway to a mélange of historical adventures, stunning coastal views, and exceptional rail connectivity to major destinations. Whether you are commuting for work, embarking on a leisure trip, or simply passing through, Hastings station offers you the facilities and connections you need for a seamless and enjoyable journey.
Hastings train station boasts a variety of facilities aimed at ensuring passenger convenience and safety. Ticket purchasing has been made easy with a ticket office open daily from 05:50 to 20:30 and ticket machines readily available for those on the go. For travelers who need assistance, there's an induction loop installed; assistance services are available during the station's operational hours.
Accessibility is a priority, with step-free access to all platforms and accessible ticket machines located in the booking hall. The station is equipped with CCTV for added security, but it notably lacks a waiting room and luggage storage. However, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are provided.
A variety of transport options are available for onward journeys. Directly outside the station, you'll find taxi services and a rail replacement service for alternative travel arrangements. For those relying on local bus services, you can access additional information about your onward journey here.
If you are planning a journey beyond Hastings, you're spoiled for choice with the numerous routes available. From Hastings, you can explore nearby areas such as Bexhill, or travel further afield to London Bridge and beyond. The station connects travelers to major destinations like Brighton and Gatwick Airport, among others.
Hastings train station isn't just a place to catch a train; it’s a doorway to exploration and discovery. Whether you’re heading to the beach, setting off on a historic journey, or catching a train to bustling London, Hastings station is equipped to get you comfortably from point A to point B.
Now is the perfect time to discover what Hastings and its surroundings have to offer. With easy ticket purchasing and excellent travel connections, there’s nothing standing in the way of your next great adventure. Purchase your train tickets now, and let the journey be just as exciting as the destination.
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| Ticket Office Opening hours |
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| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes booking hall | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcards | |||||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | Yes | ||||||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
| Customer services notes | This station has Secure station accreditation - For more information contact 0345 322 7021 | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property | Southeastern Customer Services | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||||
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. 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 Brighton/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. An Assisted Boarding Point is being piloted at this station for customers requiring assistance boarding the train. For more information visit https://www.southeasternrailway.co.uk/travel-information/more-travel-help/accessible-travel | ||||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | Yes | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes booking hall | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
| Accessible Toilets | Yes | ||||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Hastings | ||||||
| Seating area | Yes | ||||||
| Wheelchairs available | Yes | ||||||
| Getting to and from the station | |||||||
| Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 4 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||||
| Staff Help | |||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||||
| Helpline | Assistance navigating through the station and getting on and off trains (by ramp if required) is available all the time trains are running. There are also staff able to offer assistance on all Southeastern trains from this station. You can now book assistance up to 2 hours before your journey. You can also travel without booking, just make yourself known to staff as far in advance as possible of the train you would like to get - we recommend at least 20 minutes. The meeting point for assisted travel is the gateline in the booking hall, or if unstaffed, the ticket office or you can use the help point. | ||||||
| Toilets | Yes Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900 (outside of these hours, access availble on request from staff) |
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| Accessible Toilets | Yes |
| Baby Changing | Yes |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Hastings |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| Operator | APCOA Parking | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 75 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Accessible spaces | 4 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Car park CCTV | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | Available Coffee shop and Selecta vending machines |
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| ATM Machine | Available At the front of the station. |
| Shops | Available W H smith, Costa Coffee |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 50 You may leave your cycle in the rack provided however you do so at your own risk. On Platform 1/2 |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Front of the station. |
outside station front |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Tonbridge | Southeastern | 06:50 | 4 | 06:53 |
| from Eastbourne | Southern | 06:54 | 3 | On time |
| from Ashford International | Southern | 07:06 | 2 | On time |
| from Brighton | Southern | 07:10 | 3 | On time |
| from Ore | Southern | 07:14 | 2 | On time |
| from Eastbourne | Southern | 07:19 | 3 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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| to London Charing Cross | Southeastern | 06:45 | 3 | On time |
| to Brighton | Southern | 06:53 | 2 | On time |
| to Ore | Southern | 06:55 | 3 | On time |
| to London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 07:04 | 3 | On time |
| to Eastbourne | Southern | 07:09 | 2 | On time |
| to Ore | Southern | 07:11 | 3 | On time |
| to London Victoria | Southern | 07:15 | 2 | On time |
| to Ashford International | Southern | 07:19 | 3 | On time |
| to London Charing Cross | Southeastern | 07:20 | 4 | On time |