How to get to Hastings from Canterbury

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Compare train for Canterbury to Hastings

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Hastings among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 59 km

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£13

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1h 31m

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1h 23m

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The cheapest way to travel from Canterbury to Hastings is a train with an average price of £12.
The fastest way to travel from Canterbury to Hastings is by train with an average journey time of 1h 31m.
Yes, you can take a train between Canterbury and Hastings.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 22m faster (1h 1m by train vs 1h 23m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£12 vs £13). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Canterbury to Hastings

How to get to Hastings from Canterbury by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Canterbury to Hastings is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Southern
    7:262h31
    Canterbury
    9:57Hastings
    £91One-way
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  • Southern
    7:262h31
    Canterbury
    9:57Hastings
    £91One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Southern
    7:262h31
    Canterbury
    9:57Hastings
    £91One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Canterbury to Hastings

Travel to Hastings easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Canterbury to Hastings.

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You can travel between Canterbury and Hastings by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Canterbury to Hastings is a train with an average price of £12.
The fastest way to travel from Canterbury to Hastings is by train with an average journey time of 1h 31m.
The Canterbury to Hastings distance is approximately 59 km.
The average frequency per day from Canterbury to Hastings is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Canterbury and Hastings as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Canterbury to Hastings:
  • Trains mostly depart from Canterbury West (CBW) and arrive in Hastings station (HGS).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Canterbury to Hastings, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Southern to go to Hastings by train.
Omio customers who travel from Canterbury to Hastings often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Bridge (LBG), Brighton, London Charing Cross (CHX), Eastbourne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hastings and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Canterbury to Hastings, you can take a train.
In Hastings, you can visit the Blue Reef Aquarium to explore marine life exhibits and underwater tunnels. Enjoy local delicacies and entertainment at the Hastings Seafood and Wine Festival. Take a ride on the East Hill Cliff Railway, the UK's steepest funicular railway. Explore the Hastings Contemporary, a modern art gallery showcasing contemporary works. Participate in the Jack in the Green Festival, a traditional May Day celebration with music and parades. Discover Hastings Castle for panoramic views, wander through Hastings Old Town with its quaint streets and shops, enjoy the restored Hastings Pier, explore the Smugglers Adventure museum, and take in the natural beauty of Hastings Country Park.
To fully explore Hastings, including its historic sites like Hastings Castle, the Old Town, and the famous pier, as well as enjoying the seaside and nearby attractions, a stay of 2-3 days is recommended.

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