Sustainable travel in Kent
Whether you're looking to travel by train or bus. Plan your day out in Kent using greener travel options.
Nearby railway stations
Don’t forget to plan your onward journey from the train station.
Chartwell – Edenbridge (4 miles), Oxted (6 miles), Sevenoaks (6 miles), and Bromley South (via bus) are the nearest train stations. Onward travel via bus or taxi. Bus 246 runs from Bromley South and Hayes (Kent) on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Knole – The nearest train station is Sevenoaks (1.2 miles). Onward travel via foot or bus. Please note the walk takes approximately 30 minutes and is uphill. Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells are also nearby, with onward travel via bus. Show a valid train ticket for 2 for 1 entry and a 20% discount in the shop.
Quebec House – The nearest stations are Edenbridge (4 miles), Oxted (4 miles), Sevenoaks (6 miles), and Bromley South (via bus). Onward travel via bus. Bus 246 stops in Westerham, a short walk from the house.
Sissinghurst Castle Garden – The nearest stations are Staplehurst (5 miles) and Headcorn (7 miles). Onward travel via taxi. Bus services are limited, so pre-booked transport is recommended.
Scotney Castle – The nearest station is Wadhurst (7 miles). Onward travel via taxi. Tunbridge Wells station is also nearby (9 miles), with bus connections to Lamberhurst.
Ightham Mote – The nearest station is Borough Green & Wrotham (3 miles). Onward travel via taxi or a scenic walk. Sevenoaks station is also nearby (6 miles), with limited bus service.
Emmetts Garden – The nearest stations are Sevenoaks (6 miles), Oxted (6 miles), and Edenbridge (5 miles). Onward travel via bus or taxi. Bus 246 stops nearby on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Smallhythe Place – The nearest station is Rye (10 miles). Onward travel via taxi. Tenterden is the closest town, accessible by local bus services.
White Cliffs of Dover – The nearest station is Dover Priory (2 miles). Onward travel via foot, bus or taxi. The walk from the station to the cliffs is scenic but uphill.
Travel by bus
Chartwell- The 236 bus operates between East Grinstead and Oxted stopping at the Mapletown road (0.5 miles). Please note this does mean walking along a country lane to get to the Chartwell entrance. Sundays and public holidays: Catch the 246 London Bus route from Bromley North (passing close to Bromley South train station) to Chartwell - See the 246 Timetable for more details.
Knole- Arriva and Go Coach buses service Sevenoaks, with several routes connecting it to other towns in Kent. 'Sevenoaks School', on A225 High Street, is the nearest bus stop to the main entrance gate of Knole (0.7 miles). There is a bus station located in Sevenoaks town centre (0.9 miles). Show a valid bus ticket for 2 for 1 entry and a 20% discount in the shop.
Quebec House- The 246 service runs from Bromley North train station (passing Bromley South train station) to Westerham (0.2 miles). The 401 service runs from Sevenoaks and the 236 runs from Edenbridge and Oxted, and stops at The Green (0.2 miles).
Surrey Connect Shuttle service
On Saturdays, Surrey County Council operates a shuttle service between Oxted Station and 3 National Trust sites: Chartwell, Quebec House and Emmetts Garden.
All journeys must be booked in advance. They should be booked at least 30 minutes before travelling and can be booked up to seven days in advance.
See the East north National Trust shuttle service timetable or download the Surrey Connect App. Alternatively, bookings can be made over the phone on 0300 123 7751 (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm).
Arrival by foot
The White Cliffs of Dover- There are signed pathways from Dover port, railway station and town centre. The White Cliffs of Dover are on the Saxon Shore Way path but there’s a steep climb to get to the cliff top. Here is a walking guide to help you.
Nearest places to Southeastern stations
Kent’s countryside is dotted with historic treasures, and some of its finest National Trust properties are just a scenic walk or short bus ride from Southeastern's train stations. Whether you're arriving from London or exploring locally, these places offer a perfect blend of nature, heritage, and convenience.
Knole: Approx 30 minutes walk from Sevenoaks station
Walk through the town centre and into the historic deer park, where you’ll find Knole nestled among ancient woodland and open grassland. The walk is gentle and scenic, with fallow deer often grazing nearby.
White Cliffs of Dover: Approx 40 min walk or 30 min bus journey from Dover Priory station
Enjoy a bracing uphill walk from Dover Priory station, past the Eastern Docks towards the National Trust visitor centre where you'll be rewarded by far reaching views across the channel. Continue your walk along the new England Coast Path towards Fan Bay and South Foreland Lighthouse for a full day out.
Sissinghurst: 45 minute bus and walk from Staplehurst station
Arrive by bus at Sissinghurst village near the church and follow the footpath signposted to Sissinghurst Castle. The path leads you through open fields and hedgerows, with views of oast houses and the estate’s Elizabethan tower rising in the distance.
Ightham Mote: Approx 1 hours walk from Borough Green station
You’ll follow paths that dip into the Basted Valley, where the air hums with birdsong and pass Yopps Green where see a trio of oast houses before the beauty of this moated tudor manor appears in the valley.
Lamb House: Approx 10-20 minutes walk from Rye station
The walk is scenic and charming, cobbled streets, medieval buildings, and plenty of spots to pause for a photo or a pastry. Lamb House is located on West Street, just off the picturesque Mermaid Street, so you’ll get a lovely taste of Rye’s character on the way.
Bateman's: Approx 1hr and 15 min walk or 30 min bus and walk from Etchingham station
Enjoy a gentle uphill walk through the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The route leads you into Burwash village, where Rudyard Kipling once strolled himself. From there, it’s a short walk down Bateman’s Lane to the house.
Bodiam Castle: 1-1.5 hours walk from Robertsbridge station
The 3.5 mile walk begins in the historic village of Robertsbridge, then follows public footpaths alongside the River Rother, passing remnants of Robertsbridge Abbey and quiet farmland. As you approach Bodiam, the castle’s iconic towers rise above the landscape, a dramatic reveal after a tranquil stroll.