How to travel from Canterbury to Hastings

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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 €13 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 €13, while a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 36 miles (59 km)

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€13

Average price

Cheapest

€14

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 1m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 23m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Southern

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The cheapest way to travel from Canterbury to Hastings is a train with an average price of €13.
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.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Canterbury to Hastings among Omio's users.
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 €0.71 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€13 vs €14). 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 from Canterbury to Hastings by train, bus or flight.

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

  • SouthernC22237+SoutheasternP85618
    5:23 AM1h49
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    7:12 AMHastings station (HGS)
    101One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SouthernC22237+SoutheasternP85618
    5:23 AM1h49
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    7:12 AMHastings station (HGS)
    101One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SouthernW27795+SoutheasternP85652
    9:54 AM1h16
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    11:10 AMHastings station (HGS)
    111One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SouthernC22128+SoutheasternP85662
    10:54 AM1h16
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    12:10 PMHastings station (HGS)
    111One-way
    1 transfer
  • SouthernC56153+SoutheasternP85631
    7:23 AM1h47
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    9:10 AMHastings station (HGS)
    111One-way
    1 transfer
  • SouthernW27798+SoutheasternP85624
    6:23 AM1h48
    Canterbury West (CBW)
    8:11 AMHastings station (HGS)
    111One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from 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 35m.
The distance from Canterbury to Hastings is approximately 36 miles (59 km).
The average frequency per day from Canterbury to Hastings is:
  • Around 7 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, Brighton, Croydon, Stratford, Eastbourne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hastings and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hastings to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Hastings, you can visit the Blue Reef Aquarium to explore marine life exhibits and underwater tunnels, attend the Hastings Seafood and Wine Festival for local delicacies and entertainment, and take a ride on the UK's steepest funicular railway, the East Hill Cliff Railway. Discover contemporary art at the Hastings Contemporary, and participate in the Jack in the Green Festival, a traditional May Day celebration. For sights, explore Hastings Castle for panoramic views, wander through the charming Hastings Old Town, enjoy entertainment at Hastings Pier, delve into history at Smugglers Adventure in St. Clements Caves, and enjoy the natural beauty of Hastings Country Park.
To fully experience Hastings, including its historic sites, beaches, and cultural attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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