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

The cheapest way to get from Hastings to Manston is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hastings to Manston is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Hastings and Manston?

No, there is no direct train from Hastings to Manston. However, there are services departing from Hastings and arriving at Gillingham (Dorset) via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Hastings to Manston?

The distance between Hastings and Manston is 175 miles. The road distance is 147.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hastings to Manston without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 33m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Hastings to Manston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hastings to Manston train from?

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

Where does the Hastings to Manston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hastings to Manston?

Yes, the driving distance between Hastings to Manston is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Hastings to Manston.

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

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Where can I stay near Manston?

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

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

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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 Gillingham (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 33m
£91–185
Drive 146.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hastings to Manstoncar 146.8 mi
2h 58m
£36–52
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 Havanttrain
4. Take the train from Havant to Pooletrain
8h 51m
£54–107
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 Pooletrain
6h 56m
£68–143

Hastings to Manston by train and bus

119Weekly Services

6h 56mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.2 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Hastings to Manston via London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, and Gillingham (Dorset) in around 4h 33m.

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