Hastings travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hastings

With a population of 89.100, Hastings is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hastings to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Hastings

If you’re looking for affordable options, Webbes Rockanore (1 Rock a Nore Road) and The Crown Hastings (64/66 All Saints Street) are great picks.

When to visit Hastings

Hastings in January
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hastings in January
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hastings

Plane

Although Hastings doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 62 km from Hastings. The shortest domestic flight to Hastings departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Hastings, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Hastings to Oxford takes 0h 54m and costs around £28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £30 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Hastings is the busiest station in Hastings. Another popular train station is Hastings Three Oaks, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hastings is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 87 km from Hastings. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hastings, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Hastings takes 217 km and will cost you around £3. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 225 km. The most popular bus station is Hastings Sedlescombe Road North, located 4 km from the city centre of Hastings. Hastings West is also a commonly used station, and is 3 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Hastings doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 62 km from Hastings. The shortest domestic flight to Hastings departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Hastings, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Hastings to Oxford takes 0h 54m and costs around £28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £30 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Hastings is the busiest station in Hastings. Another popular train station is Hastings Three Oaks, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hastings is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 87 km from Hastings. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hastings, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Hastings takes 217 km and will cost you around £3. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 225 km. The most popular bus station is Hastings Sedlescombe Road North, located 4 km from the city centre of Hastings. Hastings West is also a commonly used station, and is 3 km from the city centre.

Airports near Hastings

Airlines serving Hastings

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,267 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,947 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (819 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hastings

Average rates range from around £87 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £260 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hastings

Most booked hotels in Hastings

Apollo Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£63+
Bannatyne Spa Hotel Hastings
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£128+
Town House Rooms
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£63+
The Relais Cooden Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£106+
Tower House 1066
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£50+
Grand Hastings
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£74+

Hiring a car in Hastings

Hiring a car in Hastings costs £32 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Hastings (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.75. The most frequently booked car type in Hastings is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Smart Fortwo or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Hastings costs £32 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Hastings (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.75. The most frequently booked car type in Hastings is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Smart Fortwo or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.