Leaving the Peddars Way by Train
Leaving the Peddars Way is straightforward by rail, with King’s Lynn providing the main connection point for returning from the North Norfolk coast.
Main Exit Point: King’s Lynn
The nearest rail access point to the end of the route is King’s Lynn, located inland from Holme-next-the-Sea.
The station 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
Holme-next-the-Sea does not have a train station, so onward travel involves heading to King’s Lynn.
From Holme-next-the-Sea, options include:
Bus
Coastal routes connect villages along the North Norfolk coast with King’s Lynn.
Taxi
The quickest and most direct option.
Walking
Some walkers continue along the Norfolk Coast Path to nearby villages with transport links.
A Point-to-Point Route
The Peddars Way works as a linear route.
Most walkers:
- 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 the starting point.
Continue Planning the Route
- Where to Start the Peddars Way
- Where to Stay on the Peddars Way
- Getting to the Peddars Way by Train
- Finishing the Peddars Way at Holme-next-the-Sea
- 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
