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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Hastings (HGS)

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34

train journeys
per day

86

miles (138 kms)

3hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Hastings (HGS)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Hastings , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Hastings is approximately 86 miles (138 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 46 mins.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Hastings.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Hastings. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Hastings Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:12
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    08:08
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    09:12
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:10
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:25
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:13
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:55
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    12:10
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:10
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:10
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:10
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:10
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:10
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:10
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    17:10
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:10
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    18:12
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:09
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:51
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:43
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Ipswich
    Hastings
    Ipswich to Hastings

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
Address Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Hastings Station

Station name Hastings (HGS)
Address Hastings station, Station Approach, off Havelock Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1BA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 20:30
Saturday 05:50 - 20:30
Sunday 05:50 - 20:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ipswich and Hastings

The travel time between Ipswich and Hastings by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Hastings vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:40.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich and Hastings can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ipswich & Hastings. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Hastings.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ipswich and Hastings, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.