How to get from Hales to Needham by bus?

Hales to Needham - Bus Timetable

The X21 bus from Hales to Needham runs from 08:05 to 23:25, with departures every 1 hr-1 hr 40 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 14 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Hales to Needham by bus

To get from Hales to Needham in East Anglia, take the X21 bus from Green Lane, Hales station to The Street, Gillingham station. Next, take the 81 bus from Emma's Hair Studio, Gillingham station to Starston Lane, Needham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The bus schedule from Hales may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Needham on the Moovit app.

74min
Bus - X21X21
Bus - 8181
Walk to Needham
Leaves from Green Lane, Hales

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Hales
  • 2
    Bus - X21X21
    Wait for bus
    X21
    Lowestoft
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Street, Gillingham
    ID NFOATAJT
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Emma's Hair Studio, Gillingham
    ID NFOATAMG
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Diss
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Starston Lane, Needham
    ID NFODGTJT
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to Needham
    Walk to
    Needham
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Hales to Needham

The distance between Hales, East Anglia and Needham, East Anglia is approximately 34.73 km, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hales to Needham by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in East Anglia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus timetable from Hales to Needham

To check the bus timetable from Hales to Needham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Hales) and destination (Needham), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hales to Needham?

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line X21, Bus line 81.

  • Is there a direct bus between Hales and Needham in East Anglia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Hales to Needham in East Anglia?

    The X21 bus line goes from The Street, Gillingham station near Hales to Emma's Hair Studio, Gillingham station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Emma's Hair Studio, Gillingham station near Needham in East Anglia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hales to Needham in East Anglia by bus?

    The total travel time between Hales and Needham in East Anglia by bus is about 1 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Hales to get to Needham in East Anglia?

    Get on the X21 bus from the The Street, Gillingham stop near Hales in East Anglia.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Hales and Needham in East Anglia?

    Get off the bus at the Emma's Hair Studio, Gillingham stop, which is closest to Needham in East Anglia.

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