Travel Guides
Driving directions to Rutland: From London, take the M1 motorway northbound to junction 21A, then take the A46 towards Leicester. From there, follow the A6003 to Oakham, and then continue on the A606 to Rutland.
Rail directions to Rutland: Trains run regularly from London to Peterborough, where you can change for a connecting train to Oakham. Rutland is then a short taxi ride away.
If you're coming from Leicester, the A47 provides a direct route to Oakham, while from Nottingham, the A606 takes you directly to the county of Rutland.
If you're interested in seeing more of Rutland's beautiful countryside, why not consider cycling to the county? The Rutland Water cycling route is a popular option, starting from nearby towns such as Oakham and Uppingham.
The closest airport to Rutland is East Midlands Airport, which is approximately 35 miles away. The suggested route from the airport would be to take the A453 towards Nottingham and then join the M1 southbound towards London. After approximately 20 miles, take the A606 exit towards Oakham and continue until you reach Rutland.