Rye to Camber Sands Walk

River pathways, salt marshes, and rolling dunes

Route Overview

This quick, flat walk takes you from the medieval town of Rye to the only sand dune system in East Sussex. You will follow the riverside path along the Brede, cross sheep pastures, and arrive at the vast sandy expanse of Camber Sands, famous for film sets and sweeping dunes.

Travel & Getting There from London Victoria

By Train: Take Southeastern High Speed from St Pancras to Ashford International, change for the Marshlink train to Rye Station. (Station: Rye Station (Southern / Southeastern High Speed), duration: 1h 10m (High Speed from St Pancras via Ashford) or 1h 45m from Victoria).

By Bus: Take National Express to Dover/Folkestone or Hastings, connect via Stagecoach Wave 102 directly to Camber Sands dunes. (3h 30m - 4h 00m from London Victoria)

By Car & Parking: Nearest car park is Rye Station Car Park (TN31 7AW) / Camber Sands Western Car Park (TN31 7RB). Drive time from London Victoria is approx 2h 05m - 2h 40m from London Victoria (72.1 miles via M20 East (J10) & A2070 / A259 to Rye). From London Victoria, head east on A20/M20 to Junction 10 (Ashford), follow the A2070 south to Brenzett, and take the A259 into Rye and Camber.

Trailside Cafes & Historic Country Pubs

Refreshment and dining stops located along or near the Rye to Camber Sands Walk trail:

• ☕ The Rye Waterworks Old Pump House: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.
• ☕ The Dunes Bar & Restaurant, Camber: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I travel to Rye to Camber Sands Walk from London?

Take Southeastern High Speed from St Pancras to Ashford International, change for the Marshlink train to Rye Station. (Station: Rye Station (Southern / Southeastern High Speed), duration: 1h 10m (High Speed from St Pancras via Ashford) or 1h 45m from Victoria).

Where is the closest car park for Rye to Camber Sands Walk?

Nearest car park is Rye Station Car Park (TN31 7AW) / Camber Sands Western Car Park (TN31 7RB). Drive time from London Victoria is approx 2h 05m - 2h 40m from London Victoria (72.1 miles via M20 East (J10) & A2070 / A259 to Rye). From London Victoria, head east on A20/M20 to Junction 10 (Ashford), follow the A2070 south to Brenzett, and take the A259 into Rye and Camber.

How long is the hike and what is the terrain difficulty?

Rye to Camber Sands Walk covers 10 km (6.2 miles) return with an estimated duration of 2.5 hours, graded as Easy. Starts at Rye Station and finishes at Camber Sands Beach.