How far is it from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest?

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

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

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

What is the best route from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest?

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

Which direction is Ashdown Forest from Hailsham?

Ashdown Forest lies roughly to the north-west of Hailsham.

Are there charging stations between Hailsham and Ashdown Forest?

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

Hailsham Ashdown Forest

Distance: 17 miDuration: 25 min

Driving from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest 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 directions36 · 17 mi

1 Depart right onto North Street 20 yd
2 Turn right onto South Road 1 mi
3 Turn right onto Diplocks Way 1 mi
4 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Diplocks Way 18 yd
5 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Diplocks Way 78 yd
6 Enter rotary slightly left onto Hailsham Bypass 89 yd
7 Exit rotary slightly left onto Hailsham Bypass 2 mi
8 Enter rotary slightly left onto The Dicker 38 yd
9 Exit rotary left onto The Dicker 2 mi
10 Continue straight onto Golden Cross 1 mi
11 Continue straight onto Holmes Hill 1 mi
12 Continue straight onto Whitesmith 2 mi
13 Continue straight onto South Street 1 mi

14 Continue straight onto East Hoathly Bypass 1 mi
15 Enter rotary left 38 yd
16 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
17 Enter rotary left onto Eastbourne Road 37 yd
18 Exit rotary left onto Eastbourne Road 2 mi
19 Continue straight onto Uckfield Bypass 1 mi
20 Enter roundabout left onto Uckfield Bypass 39 yd
21 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 1 mi
22 Enter rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 43 yd
23 Exit rotary straight onto Uckfield Bypass 1 mi
24 Enter rotary left onto Uckfield Bypass 49 yd
25 Exit rotary left onto Uckfield Bypass 1 mi
26 Enter rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 43 yd
27 Exit rotary slightly left onto Uckfield Bypass 2 mi
28 Enter rotary slightly left onto Maresfield Bypass 15 yd
29 Exit rotary slightly left onto Maresfield Bypass 1 mi
30 Enter rotary left onto Maresfield Bypass 59 yd
31 Exit rotary left onto Maresfield Bypass 1 mi
32 Enter rotary slightly left onto Straight Half Mile 103 yd
33 Exit rotary slightly left onto Straight Half Mile 139 yd
34 Turn left onto Lampool Hill 1 mi
35 Turn left onto Toll Lane 1 mi
36 Arrive left onto Toll Lane

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The return trip from Ashdown Forest to Hailsham 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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Ashdown Forest → Coopers Green, East Sussex4 mi · 10 min Ashdown Forest → Hartfield7 mi · 15 min Ashdown Forest → Friar's Gate6 mi · 15 min Ashdown Forest → Mott's Mill8 mi · 20 min Ashdown Forest → Shortgate10 mi · 15 min Ashdown Forest → Felcourt13 mi · 25 min

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How far is it from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest?: The distance between Hailsham and Ashdown Forest is 17 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest?: The drive from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest takes approximately 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest?: The fastest route from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest covers 17 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.
Which direction is Ashdown Forest from Hailsham?: Ashdown Forest lies roughly to the north-west of Hailsham.
Are there charging stations between Hailsham and Ashdown Forest?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Hailsham to Ashdown Forest, 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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