Getting to the Peddars Way by Train
Access to the Peddars Way is straightforward by rail, with connections linking the route to Norwich, Cambridge, and London. The route works well with public transport, allowing you to travel to the start and return from the coast without needing a car.
Main Access Point: Thetford
Most journeys to the Peddars Way begin at Thetford, the nearest train station to the southern start of the route at Knettishall Heath.
Thetford is served by Greater Anglia, with direct services connecting:
- Norwich
- Cambridge
- Ely
- London (via Cambridge)
From the station, Knettishall Heath lies approximately 5–6 miles (8–9 km) away by road.
There is no direct public transport connection between Thetford station and Knettishall Heath.
From Thetford to the Start
View the starting point here on Google Maps
Once in Thetford, you can reach Knettishall Heath by:
Taxi
The most direct option, with a short journey from the station.
Walking
Some walkers begin from Thetford itself, passing through forest and Breckland landscape before joining the route.
Returning from the Coast
At the northern end, the route reaches Holme-next-the-Sea, where it connects with the Norfolk Coast Path.
The nearest rail access point is King’s Lynn.
King’s Lynn is served by Great Northern, with direct services to London King’s Cross and connections across the wider network.
Getting from Holme-next-the-Sea to King’s Lynn
From Holme-next-the-Sea, onward travel to King’s Lynn typically involves:
- Local bus services along the coast
- Taxi to the station
- Walking along the Norfolk Coast Path to nearby villages with transport links
A Car-Free Route
The Peddars Way works well as a point-to-point walk.
You can:
- Arrive by train at Thetford
- Travel to Knettishall Heath
- Walk north to the coast
- Leave via King’s Lynn
This allows the route to be completed without returning to your starting point.
Continue Planning the Route
- Where to Start the Peddars Way
- Where to Stay on the Peddars Way
- Finishing the Peddars Way at Holme-next-the-Sea
- Leaving the Peddars Way by Train
- Peddars Way Route Map
- What’s the ground like walking the Peddars Way
- What’s the weather like walking the Peddars Way
- What wildlife will I see walking the Peddars Way
- Are there shops and places to eat along the Peddars Way
