The average bus between Hastings and East Malling and Larkfield takes 4h 27m and the fastest bus takes 2h 31m. The bus service runs several times per day from Hastings to East Malling and Larkfield. 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 every 4 hours between Hastings and East Malling and Larkfield. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hastings is at 7:10 PM which arrives into East Malling and Larkfield at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer at The Eight Bells and take an average of 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hastings to East Malling and Larkfield? 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 and Larkfield. However, there are services departing from Hastings station and arriving at East Malling and Larkfield station via The Eight Bells. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.
Hastings to East Malling and Larkfield bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from White Rock Gardens station.
Hastings to East Malling and Larkfield bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at King Street station.
The distance between Hastings and East Malling and Larkfield is 48.9 km. The road distance is 66 km.
You can take a bus from White Rock Gardens to East Malling and Larkfield via The Eight Bells, King Street, Royal Star Arcade, and Preston Hall in around 3h 9m.