If driving from London, take the M25 and then join the A21 towards Hastings. From Brighton, take the A27 and then the A259 towards Hastings.
If travelling by train, there are direct services from London Victoria and Charing Cross. There are also connections from Brighton and Eastbourne.
If visiting other local landmarks, it is recommended to take a train or drive to either Brighton or Eastbourne and then take a connecting train or drive to Hastings. Popular nearby attractions include the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill-on-Sea and the Battle Abbey near Battle.
The closest airport to Hastings is Gatwick Airport, located approximately 32 miles away. The quickest route from Gatwick to Hastings is to take the A23 and then switch to the A27. This journey takes approximately 1 hour by car or taxi. Alternatively, there are trains available from Gatwick Airport to Hastings, which take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.