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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Hastings | Watford Junction | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Get from Hastings to Watford
The journey takes about 2 hours 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 256, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained about the ticket access. Southern ticket prices on this trip start at R 256
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hastings to Watford by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hastings to Watford?
The cheapest train tickets from Hastings to Watford start from R 256. The average price for this train route is around R 1 497. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hastings to Watford?
The average train journey time from Hastings to Watford is 2h 57m, covering a distance of 113 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Southern.
Which train operators serve the Hastings to Watford route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hastings to Watford?
The earliest train from Hastings to Watford departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 17:25.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hastings to Watford was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 366To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hastings to Watford as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 366 to R 1 737 for a train ticket from Hastings to Watford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 366, which is on 2026-02-03.
