What is the cheapest way to get from Hastings to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Hastings to New Forest is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hastings to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Hastings to New Forest is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Hastings and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Hastings to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Hastings and arriving at Swindon via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Hastings to New Forest?

The distance between Hastings and New Forest is 156 miles. The road distance is 134.5 miles.

How do I travel from Hastings to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Hastings to New Forest without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Hastings to New Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Hastings to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hastings to New Forest train from?

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

Where does the Hastings to New Forest train arrive?

Hastings to New Forest train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Hastings to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Hastings to New Forest is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Hastings to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 1046+ hotels available in New Forest.

Hastings to New Forest - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Hastings to New Forest by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hastings to London Charing Crosstrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 13m
£69–138
Drive 133.7 mi
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1. Drive from Hastings to New Forestcar 133.7 mi
2h 28m
£33–47
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Hastings to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Swindontrain
5h 17m
£70–136
Train via Newbury
1. Take the train from Hastings to London Charing Crosstrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain London Paddington - Newbury / ...
5h 25m
£63–130
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Hastings to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to Newbury Wharfbus 1
6h 43m
£59–121

Hastings to New Forest by train, subway, and bus

141Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.2 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Hastings, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Hastings to Five Alls Court via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Swindon, and Fleming Way in around 4h 13m.

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