What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester Castle to Hastings?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester Castle to Hastings is to line 101 bus and line 5 bus and line 349 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester Castle to Hastings?

The fastest way to get from Rochester Castle to Hastings is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester Castle and Hastings?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester Castle to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Rochester Guildhall Museum and arriving at White Rock Gardens via Waterfront Bus Station, Chequers Bus Station and The Eight Bells. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester Castle and Hastings?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester Castle to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Hastings via Ebbsfleet International and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Rochester Castle to Hastings?

The distance between Rochester Castle and Hastings is 70 miles. The road distance is 41.8 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester Castle to Hastings without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester Castle to Hastings without a car is to train via Ashford which takes 2h 28m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Rochester Castle to Hastings?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Rochester Castle to Hastings, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester Castle to Hastings bus from?

Rochester Castle to Hastings bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Waterfront Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rochester Castle to Hastings train from?

Rochester Castle to Hastings train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ebbsfleet International station.

Train or bus from Rochester Castle to Hastings?

The best way to get from Rochester Castle to Hastings is to train via Ashford which takes 2h 28m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and line 5 bus and line 349 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Rochester Castle to Hastings bus arrive?

Rochester Castle to Hastings bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Chequers Bus Station.

Where does the Rochester Castle to Hastings train arrive?

Rochester Castle to Hastings train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.

Can I drive from Rochester Castle to Hastings?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester Castle to Hastings is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Rochester Castle to Hastings.

How do I get a train ticket from Rochester Castle to Hastings?

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Where can I stay near Hastings?

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochester Castle to Hastings by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Ashford
best
1. Take the train from Ebbsfleet International to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Hastingstrain Ashford International - Eastbourne / ...
2h 28m
£35–72
Line 101 bus, line 5 bus, line 349 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 101
2. Take the bus from Chequers Bus Station to The Eight Bellsbus 5
3. Take the bus from The Eight Bells to White Rock Gardensbus 349
3h 59m
£5–6
Drive 41.5 mi
1. Drive from Rochester Castle to Hastingscar 41.5 mi
1h 5m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester Castle to Hastingstaxi 41.5 mi
1h 5m
£130–160
Train
1. Take the train from Strood to Paddock Woodtrain Strood - Paddock Wood / ...
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Hastingstrain London Charing Cross - Hastings / ...
2h 50m
£30–62

Rochester Castle to Hastings by foot and train

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Distance: 69.7 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Rochester Castle, England and Hastings, England?

You can take a vehicle from Rochester Castle to Hastings via Rochester, Ebbsfleet International, and Ashford International in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Rochester Castle to White Rock Gardens via Rochester Guildhall Museum, Waterfront Bus Station, Chequers Bus Station, and The Eight Bells in around 3h 59m.

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