Discover the Splendor of Eltham Palace

Getting There

• Car

  From Southend-on-Sea, take the A127 towards London. Continue on the A127 until you reach the A1306 junction. Merge onto the A1306 and follow signs for the A2 towards Dartford. After approximately 10 miles, take the exit for the A205 South Circular Road towards Eltham. Continue on the A205 and follow signs for Eltham. You'll find Eltham Palace at Court Rd, London SE9 5NP. Parking is available nearby, but ensure you check for any parking fees that may apply.

• Train

  From Southend Central Station, take a train to London Fenchurch Street. This journey takes about 50 minutes. Once you arrive at Fenchurch Street, transfer to the London Underground and take the District Line towards Upminster. Change at Greenwich Station for the Southeastern train towards Dartford. Get off at Eltham Station. From there, it's a 15-minute walk to Eltham Palace. Ensure you check the train schedules in advance for any potential delays.

• Bus

  Take the Bus Route 9 from Southend-on-Sea towards London. The journey takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. You will need to transfer at a central location, such as Victoria Station, to catch Bus 161 towards Eltham. Get off at the stop closest to Court Rd. Note that bus fares apply, so keep some change or an Oyster card ready.