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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Hastings is to line 101 bus and line 5 bus and line 349 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Hastings is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Hastings?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at White Rock Gardens via Chequers Bus Station and The Eight Bells. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Hastings?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester 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 21m.

How far is it from Rochester to Hastings?

The distance between Rochester and Hastings is 70 miles. The road distance is 41.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Hastings without a car is to train via Ashford which takes 2h 21m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Rochester to Hastings, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Hastings bus from?

Rochester to Hastings bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Chatham station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Hastings train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Hastings?

The best way to get from Rochester to Hastings is to train via Ashford which takes 2h 21m 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 33m.

Where does the Rochester to Hastings bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Hastings train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Hastings?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Hastings is 41 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Rochester to Hastings.

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

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Where can I stay near Hastings?

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There are 5 ways to get from Rochester 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 21m
£35–72
Line 101 bus, line 5 bus, line 349 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatham 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 33m
£5–6
Drive 40.9 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Hastingscar 40.9 mi
1h 3m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rochester to Hastingstaxi 40.9 mi
1h 3m
£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 36m
£30–62

Rochester to Hastings by train

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Distance: 69.3 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Hastings via Ebbsfleet International and Ashford International in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham station to White Rock Gardens via Chequers Bus Station and The Eight Bells in around 3h 33m.

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