What is the cheapest way to get from Hastings to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Hastings to Dorset is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hastings to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Hastings to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Hastings and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Hastings to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Hastings and arriving at Dorchester South via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Hastings to Dorset?

The distance between Hastings and Dorset is 203 miles. The road distance is 146 miles.

How do I travel from Hastings to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Hastings to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 7m and costs £75 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Hastings to Dorset?

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Hastings to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hastings to Dorset train from?

Hastings to Dorset train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Hastings station.

Where does the Hastings to Dorset train arrive?

Hastings to Dorset train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Hastings to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Hastings to Dorset is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Hastings to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

Hastings to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, car, line 99 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Hastings to Dorset by train, car, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Hastings to London Waterloo Easttrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 7m
£76–165
Drive 145.1 mi
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1. Drive from Hastings to Dorsetcar 145.1 mi
2h 46m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Hastings to Brightontrain
2. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Dorchester Southtrain
6h 30m
£66–125
Line 99 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pier to Gildredge Roadbus 99 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Brighton Stationbus 12X / ...
3. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Southampton Central to Dorchester Southtrain
7h 59m
£56–104

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Distance: 201.7 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Hastings, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Hastings to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 6h 7m.

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