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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone East Station to Hastings is to line 5 bus and line 349 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone East Station to Hastings is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £8 - £12.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone East Station station to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Chequers Bus Station and arriving at White Rock Gardens via The Eight Bells. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone East Station to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Hastings via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Maidstone East Station to Hastings?

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

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

The best way to get from Maidstone East Station to Hastings without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Maidstone East Station to Hastings, including transfers.

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

Maidstone East Station to Hastings bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Chequers Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Maidstone East Station to Hastings?

The best way to get from Maidstone East Station to Hastings is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 5 bus and line 349 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Maidstone East Station to Hastings bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidstone East Station to Hastings train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone East Station to Hastings?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone East Station to Hastings is 33 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Maidstone East Station to Hastings.

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

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Where can I stay near Hastings?

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Maidstone East Station to Hastings - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 5 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Hastingstrain Ashford International - Eastbourne / ...
1h 57m
£23–46
Line 5 bus, line 349 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chequers Bus Station to The Eight Bellsbus 5
2. Take the bus from The Eight Bells to White Rock Gardensbus 349 / ...
2h 33m
£5–6
Drive 33.3 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone East Station to Hastingscar 33.3 mi
53 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone East Station to Hastingstaxi 33.3 mi
53 min
£140–180

Maidstone East Station to Hastings by train

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Distance: 45.3 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Hastings via Ashford International in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Maidstone East Station to White Rock Gardens via Chequers Bus Station and The Eight Bells in around 2h 33m.

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