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

The cheapest way to get from Hastings to Maidstone East Station is to line 349 bus and line 5 bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hastings to Maidstone East Station is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Hastings and Maidstone East Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Hastings to Maidstone East Station. However, there are services departing from White Rock Gardens and arriving at King Street via The Eight Bells. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Hastings and Maidstone East Station?

No, there is no direct train from Hastings to Maidstone East Station. However, there are services departing from Hastings and arriving at Maidstone East via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Hastings to Maidstone East Station?

The distance between Hastings and Maidstone East Station is 46 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hastings to Maidstone East Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Hastings to Maidstone East Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hastings to Maidstone East Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hastings to Maidstone East Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Hastings to Maidstone East Station?

The best way to get from Hastings to Maidstone East Station is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 349 bus and line 5 bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Hastings to Maidstone East Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hastings to Maidstone East Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hastings to Maidstone East Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Hastings to Maidstone East Station is 33 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Hastings to Maidstone East Station.

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

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Hastings to Maidstone East Station - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Hastings to Maidstone East Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 34m
£24–46
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 King Streetbus 5
2h 46m
£4–6
Drive 33.3 mi
1. Drive from Hastings to Maidstone East Stationcar 33.3 mi
52 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hastings to Maidstone East Stationtaxi 33.3 mi
52 min
£140–180

Hastings to Maidstone East Station by train

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Distance: 45.3 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Hastings to Maidstone East via Ashford International in around 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from White Rock Gardens to Maidstone East Station via The Eight Bells and King Street in around 2h 46m.

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