What is the cheapest way to get from Hastings to South Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Hastings to South Downs is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hastings to South Downs?

The fastest way to get from Hastings to South Downs is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Hastings and South Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Hastings to South Downs. However, there are services departing from Hastings and arriving at Petersfield via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Hastings to South Downs?

The distance between Hastings and South Downs is 119 miles. The road distance is 82.5 miles.

How do I travel from Hastings to South Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Hastings to South Downs without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Hastings to South Downs?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Hastings to South Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hastings to South Downs train from?

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

Where does the Hastings to South Downs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hastings to South Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Hastings to South Downs is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Hastings to South Downs.

Where can I stay near South Downs?

There are 851+ hotels available in South Downs.

Hastings to South Downs - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 37 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Hastings to South Downs by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hastings to London Waterloo Easttrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Petersfieldtrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 39m
£56–120
Drive 82 mi
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1. Drive from Hastings to South Downscar 82 mi
1h 50m
£20–29
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Hastings to Brightontrain
2. Take the train from Brighton to Havanttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queen Elizabeth Country Parkbus 37
4h 35m
£42–84

Hastings to South Downs by train, foot, and bus

180Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.2 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Hastings, England and South Downs, Hampshire, England?

You can take a train from Hastings to Greenway Lane via London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, Petersfield, and Station in around 3h 39m.

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