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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Hastings is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Hastings is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Hastings?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Hastings station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Railway Station via Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Hastings?

The distance between Whitstable and Hastings is 50 miles. The road distance is 48.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Hastings without a car is to line 401 bus and train which takes 2h 50m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Whitstable to Hastings, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Hastings bus from?

Whitstable to Hastings bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Harbour Street station.

Where does the Whitstable to Hastings bus arrive?

Whitstable to Hastings bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Hastings?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Hastings is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Whitstable to Hastings.

Where can I stay near Hastings?

There are 1419+ hotels available in Hastings.

Whitstable to Hastings - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 401 bus

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

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Line 401 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Harbour Street to Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Hastingstrain Ashford International - Eastbourne / ...
2h 50m
£23–43
Drive 48 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Hastingscar 48 mi
1h 7m
£12–18
Line 401 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Harbour Street to Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Railway Stationbus 101 / ...
3h 31m
£20–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitstable to Hastingstaxi 48 mi
1h 7m
£210–250

Whitstable to Hastings by bus, foot, and train

125Weekly Services

2h 50mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.7 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Harbour Street to Railway Station via Bus Station, Canterbury West, Ashford International, Rye, and Railway Station in around 3h 31m.

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