How far is it from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham?

The distance between Ashdown Forest and Hailsham is 17 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham?

The drive from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham takes approximately 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham?

The fastest route from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham covers 17 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.

Which direction is Hailsham from Ashdown Forest?

Hailsham lies roughly to the south-east of Ashdown Forest.

Are there charging stations between Ashdown Forest and Hailsham?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham, including A27, Lewes (350 kW); 165 London Road, East Grinstead (160 kW); Maresfield Bypass, Uckfield (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 78.

Ashdown Forest Hailsham

Distance: 17 miDuration: 25 min

Driving from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham takes about 25 min via A22. The distance is 17 mi. The straight-line distance is 14 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions37 · 17 mi

1 Depart right onto Toll Lane 1 mi
2 Continue slightly right onto Toll Lane 19 yd
3 Turn right onto Lampool Hill 1 mi
4 At end of road, turn right onto Straight Half Mile 139 yd
5 Enter rotary slightly left onto Maresfield Bypass 9 yd
6 Exit rotary slightly left onto Maresfield Bypass 1 mi
7 Enter rotary slightly left onto Maresfield Bypass 57 yd
8 Exit rotary left onto Maresfield Bypass 1 mi
9 Enter rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 94 yd
10 Exit rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 2 mi
11 Enter rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 45 yd
12 Exit rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 1 mi
13 Enter rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 57 yd

14 Exit rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 1 mi
15 Enter rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 48 yd
16 Exit rotary straight onto Uckfield Bypass 1 mi
17 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 34 yd
18 Exit roundabout straight onto Uckfield Bypass 1 mi
19 Continue straight onto Eastbourne Road 2 mi
20 Enter rotary left 33 yd
21 Exit rotary slightly left 1 mi
22 Enter rotary left onto East Hoathly Bypass 97 yd
23 Exit rotary left onto East Hoathly Bypass 1 mi
24 Continue straight onto South Street 1 mi
25 Continue straight onto Whitesmith 2 mi
26 Continue straight onto Holmes Hill 1 mi
27 Continue straight onto Golden Cross 1 mi
28 Continue straight onto The Dicker 2 mi
29 Enter rotary slightly left onto Hailsham Bypass 113 yd
30 Exit rotary slightly left onto Hailsham Bypass 2 mi
31 Enter rotary slightly left onto Diplocks Way 6 yd
32 Exit rotary straight onto Diplocks Way 83 yd
33 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Diplocks Way 34 yd
34 Exit roundabout straight onto Diplocks Way 1 mi
35 At end of road, turn left onto South Road 1 mi
36 Turn left onto North Street 48 yd
37 Arrive left onto North Street

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The return trip from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest covers roughly the same distance, 17 mi.

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Charging points along the way

78 chargers

A27, LewesA27, Lewes, England, BN7 3JL350 kW
165 London Road, East Grinstead165 London Road, East Grinstead, RH19 1ET160 kW
Maresfield Bypass, UckfieldMaresfield Bypass, Uckfield, England, TN22 5EP150 kW
9 Bell Walk, East Sussex9 Bell Walk, East Sussex, England, TN22 5DQ120 kW
Golden Jubilee Way, EastbourneGolden Jubilee Way, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN23 6QH80 kW

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Popular destinations close by

Hailsham → Shortgate9 mi · 15 min Hailsham → Best Beech Hill20 mi · 30 min Hailsham → Little Norlington12 mi · 20 min Hailsham → Butcher's Cross12 mi · 25 min Hailsham → London Gatwick Airport (LGW)43 mi · 55 min Hailsham → Caneheath4 mi · 10 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham?: The distance between Ashdown Forest and Hailsham is 17 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham?: The drive from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham takes approximately 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham?: The fastest route from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham covers 17 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.
Which direction is Hailsham from Ashdown Forest?: Hailsham lies roughly to the south-east of Ashdown Forest.
Are there charging stations between Ashdown Forest and Hailsham?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham, including A27, Lewes (350 kW); 165 London Road, East Grinstead (160 kW); Maresfield Bypass, Uckfield (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 78.

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