Canterbury to Hastings, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

36.5 miles 58.7 km · straight line
47.4 miles estimated 76.3 km · driving distance
57min estimated drive time
£7 - £9 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Canterbury from Hastings, United Kingdom?

The distance from Canterbury to Hastings, United Kingdom is 36.5 miles (58.7 km) as the crow flies. Hastings, United Kingdom is located SW of Canterbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 47.4 miles, taking about 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Canterbury and Hastings, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Canterbury to Hastings, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 57min £7 - £9 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Canterbury & Hastings, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Canterbury
51.28°N, 1.08°E
Europe/London
6m elevation
Hastings, United Kingdom
50.86°N, 0.58°E
Europe/London
-9999m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 682.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients