Leeds Castle by Train

Closest station is Bearsted.

Southeastern runs frequent services to and from Bearsted and a coach shuttle service run by Spot Hire is available from the station.

For train times and fares, visit nres.co.uk or call Southeastern customer services on 0845 000 2222 (24 hour service).

Southeastern Specials
Take advantage of our great off-peak fares! Valid on the Southeastern network only. No need to book, just turn up and go! Terms and conditions apply.

GroupSave
A day out by train's a better deal altogether with Southeastern GroupSave.
4 people travel for the price of 2 adults, as long as you all travel together off peak.

And the kids can even bring their chums - because you can take 4 extra
children for just a pound each.

Kids for a Quid
With a Kids for a Quid train ticket, you can have a great time on a pound.
One adult with an off-peak day return means 4 kids travel for just a quid each.

Shuttle Service
A regular coach shuttle service is run daily by Spot Hire from Bearsted Station.
Adults: £5.00 return; £3.00 one-way
Children (5-15yrs): £3.00 return; £2.00 one-way
Under 5s free
Discounts available for pre-booked groups of 10+ passengers - call 01622 738932.

Summer shuttle timings (Apr-Sep):
To Leeds Castle (Mon to Sun) - 10.10, 11.10, 12.10, 13.10, 14.10

To Bearsted Station (Mon to Sat) - 13.50, 14.50, 16.20*, 16.50, 17.50**

To Bearsted Station (Sun) - 13.40, 14.40, 15.40, 16.40, 17.40**

*On certain days this service will run at 15.50
** July and August only subject to demand

Winter shuttle timings (Oct-Mar):
To Leeds Castle (Mon to Sun) - 10.10, 11.10, 12.10

To Bearsted Station (Mon to Sat) - 13.50, 14.50

To Bearsted Station (Sun) - 13.40, 14.40

Please note that there is no service on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year's Day.
Times may vary, check the Spot Hire website for details.

Please remember to check that engineering works or any other rail situation is not interrupting the service you require. To plan your journey visit nres.co.uk or call 08457 48 49 50.