Visiting Battle

To get to Battle, you can take the A21 or A2100 road. From London, take the M25 and then the A21 towards Hastings. From Brighton, take the A27 and then the A21 towards Hastings.

If you prefer to travel by rail, the nearest train station is Battle Station. Trains run regularly between London and Battle, as well as from other towns in the surrounding area such as Hastings, St Leonards and Eastbourne.

If you are coming from Hastings or Eastbourne, you can also take the local bus service to Battle. The 304 and 305 bus routes run between the two towns and stop at Battle High Street, which is a short walk from Battle Abbey and the town centre.

If you are visiting from other local landmarks, such as Rye or Bodiam Castle, it may be best to drive to Battle. There are plenty of car parks in and around the town centre, as well as on-street parking.

The closest airport to Battle is London Gatwick Airport, which is approximately 35 miles away. The best route to take from Gatwick Airport to Battle is via the M23 and A23. The journey should take around 1 hour and there are several transport options available, including car rental, taxi services, and public transportation.