How to Get to Camber Sands

Camber Sands is roughly 77 miles from central London. Here are your options for getting here.

By Car

The fastest route from London is via the M20. Take junction 10 onto the A2070, which joins the A259 near Rye. Follow signs for Camber.

  • From London: ~1.5 to 2 hours via M20
  • From Brighton: ~1.5 hours via A27 then A259
  • From Hastings: ~30 minutes via A259
  • Sat nav postcode: TN31 7RT (Central car park)
⚠️ On sunny summer weekends, expect heavy traffic on the single road into Camber. The road can close when car parks reach capacity. Arrive early or consider alternatives.

By Train & Bus

The nearest railway station is Rye, which is well connected and a lovely town to explore.

  • London St Pancras to Ashford International (37 min high speed)
  • Change at Ashford for Rye (about 25 minutes)
  • From Brighton, trains run via Hastings to Rye
  • Bus 102 from Rye station to Camber (15 to 20 minutes, ~hourly in summer)
  • Taxis available from Rye station (about £8 to £12)

By Bike

A dedicated cycle path runs from Rye to Camber, about 3 miles of flat, easy riding. A great way to avoid the traffic entirely.

  • Bikes can be taken on trains to Rye
  • E-bike hire available in Camber and Rye
  • Park cheaply at Gibbet Marsh in Rye (£2.75/day) and cycle in
  • The Sustrans coastal path continues east for longer rides