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

The cheapest way to get from Hastings to Maidstone is to line 349 bus and line 5 bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hastings to Maidstone is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Hastings and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Hastings to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from White Rock Gardens and arriving at Postley Road via The Eight Bells. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Hastings and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct train from Hastings to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Hastings and arriving at Maidstone East via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Hastings to Maidstone?

The distance between Hastings and Maidstone is 46 miles. The road distance is 32.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hastings to Maidstone without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Hastings to Maidstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hastings to Maidstone bus from?

Hastings to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from White Rock Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Hastings to Maidstone train from?

Hastings to Maidstone train services, operated by Southern, depart from Hastings station.

Train or bus from Hastings to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Hastings to Maidstone is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 349 bus and line 5 bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Hastings to Maidstone bus arrive?

Hastings to Maidstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at The Eight Bells station.

Where does the Hastings to Maidstone train arrive?

Hastings to Maidstone train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Hastings to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Hastings to Maidstone is 33 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Hastings to Maidstone.

How do I get a train ticket from Hastings to Maidstone?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hastings to Maidstone?

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Hastings to Maidstone - 5 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Hastings to Maidstone by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hastings to Ashford Internationaltrain Eastbourne - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Maidstone Easttrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
1h 38m
£23–43
Line 349 bus, line 5 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from White Rock Gardens to The Eight Bellsbus 349
2. Take the bus from The Eight Bells to Postley Roadbus 5
2h 37m
£4–6
Train, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Hastings to Tunbridge Wellstrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Terrace Roadbus 7 / ...
2h 21m
£16–30
Drive 32.6 mi
1. Drive from Hastings to Maidstonecar 32.6 mi
50 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hastings to Maidstonetaxi 32.6 mi
50 min
£140–180

Hastings to Maidstone by train

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.3 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Hastings to Maidstone East via Ashford International in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from White Rock Gardens to Postley Road via The Eight Bells in around 2h 37m.

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