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

The cheapest way to get from New Forest to Hastings is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from New Forest to Hastings is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between New Forest and Hastings?

No, there is no direct train from New Forest to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Hastings via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from New Forest to Hastings?

The distance between New Forest and Hastings is 155 miles. The road distance is 135.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from New Forest to Hastings without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from New Forest to Hastings, including transfers.

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

New Forest to Hastings train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Where does the New Forest to Hastings train arrive?

New Forest to Hastings train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from New Forest to Hastings?

Yes, the driving distance between New Forest to Hastings is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from New Forest to Hastings.

Where can I stay near Hastings?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Hastings.

New Forest to Hastings - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 1 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Hastingstrain London Charing Cross - Hastings
4h 3m
£68–140
Drive 135.2 mi
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1. Drive from New Forest to Hastingscar 135.2 mi
2h 29m
£33–48
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Swindon to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Hastingstrain
5h 22m
£70–140
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Station Roadbus 1
2. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Hastingstrain
6h 23m
£58–122

New Forest to Hastings by bus, train, and subway

138Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.1 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Lloyds Bank to Hastings via Fleming Way, Swindon, London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 4h 3m.

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