The average bus between Hastings and East Malling takes 3h 42m and the fastest bus takes 2h 39m. The bus service runs several times per day from Hastings to East Malling. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 5 times a day between Hastings and East Malling. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hastings is at 5:13 PM which arrives into East Malling at 8:13 PM. All services require a transfer at The Eight Bells and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hastings to East Malling? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Hastings to East Malling. However, there are services departing from Hastings station and arriving at East Malling station via The Eight Bells. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Hastings to East Malling bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from White Rock Gardens station.
Hastings to East Malling bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at King Street station.
The distance between Hastings and East Malling is 49 km. The road distance is 67 km.
You can take a bus from White Rock Gardens to Wealden Hall via The Eight Bells, King Street, and Royal Star Arcade in around 3h 18m.