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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Hastings is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Hastings is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Hastings?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Pier via Heathrow Central Bus Station, North Street and Cornfield Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Hastings?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Hastings via Euston station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Watford to Hastings?

The distance between Watford and Hastings is 81 miles. The road distance is 84.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Hastings without a car is to train via London Euston which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Watford to Hastings, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Hastings bus from?

Watford to Hastings bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Hastings train from?

Watford to Hastings train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Charing Cross station.

Train or bus from Watford to Hastings?

The best way to get from Watford to Hastings is to train via London Euston which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 99 bus, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Watford to Hastings bus arrive?

Watford to Hastings bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Old Steine station.

Where does the Watford to Hastings train arrive?

Watford to Hastings train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Hastings station.

Can I drive from Watford to Hastings?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Hastings is 84 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Watford to Hastings.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Hastings?

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There are 5 ways to get from Watford to Hastings by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train via London Euston
best
1. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Hastingstrain London Charing Cross - Hastings
2h 39m
£36–108
Drive 84 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Hastingscar 84 mi
2h 7m
£21–30
Bus, line 99 bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Old Steinebus 025
2. Take the bus from North Street to Cornfield Roadbus 12X / ...
3. Take the bus from Cornfield Road to Pierbus 99 / ...
5h 58m
£23–47
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Stanmore station to London Bridge stationsubway Jubilee
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Hastingstrain London Charing Cross - Hastings / ...
3h 6m
£47–122
Train
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Hastingstrain London Victoria - Ore / ...
3h 19m
£49–98

Watford to Hastings by train and subway

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Distance: 80.7 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Southeastern operates a train from London Charing Cross to Hastings hourly. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to Pier via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Old Steine, North Street, and Cornfield Road in around 5h 58m.

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