by train

High speed trains now run from St Pancras station to Ashford International and take just 37 minutes. Change at Ashford International for a train to Rye (18 minutes).

Trains depart from London Charing Cross, London Bridge and Waterloo East (change at Ashford International for Rye). Trains also depart from London Victoria and Gatwick Airport (change at Hastings for Rye).  Rail information: tel 08457 484950 www.nationalrail.co.uk

by bus

Bus enquiry line: tel 0870 6082608

by road

Rye is situated on the A259 between Hastings to the west and Folkestone to the east and on the A268 from the north. Visit www.theaa.co.uk for a detailed route planner to Rye from your starting destination.

From London/M25 clockwise south over Dartford Bridge, take the M20 to J10 and the A2070 (signposted Brenzett)

From London/M25 Anti-Clockwise south past the M3 head to M25 J5 then take the A21 south to the Flimwell traffic lights where you turn left, stay on this road for 16 miles and you will arrive in Rye.
Upon arrival in Rye, there are many car parks such as follow signs to Rye’s main visitor car park, Gibbet Marsh (210 spaces).

Map of Rye Car Parks

For a downloadable town map see A Pocketful of Rye Visitor Guides