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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Hastings is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Hastings is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Hastings?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Pier via Heathrow Terminal 5, North Street and Cornfield Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Hastings?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Hastings via Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Southampton to Hastings?

The distance between Southampton and Hastings is 102 miles. The road distance is 97.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Hastings without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Southampton to Hastings, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Hastings bus from?

Southampton to Hastings bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Hastings train from?

Southampton to Hastings train services, operated by Southern, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Hastings?

The best way to get from Southampton to Hastings is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 99 bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Southampton to Hastings bus arrive?

Southampton to Hastings bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southampton to Hastings train arrive?

Southampton to Hastings train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Hastings?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Hastings is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Southampton to Hastings.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Hastings?

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Where can I stay near Hastings?

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Southampton to Hastings - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 99 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
2. Take the train from Brighton to Hastingstrain Brighton - Ore / ...
3h 33m
£52–101
Drive 96.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Hastingscar 96.6 mi
1h 57m
£24–34
Train, bus, line 99 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Cornfield Roadbus 12X / ...
3. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Pierbus 99 / ...
4h 30m
£40–70
Bus, line 99 bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Old Steinebus 025
3. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Pierbus 99 / ...
6h 31m
£32–67

Southampton to Hastings by train

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Distance: 101.5 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Hastings via Brighton in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Pier via Heathrow Terminal 5, Old Steine, North Street, and Cornfield Road in around 6h 31m.

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