Hot weather tips: Take plenty of water, wear sunscreen, and bring a hat or umbrella for shade.
If you’re looking for beaches near London by train, then look no further than East Anglia. This is the place for coastal holidays by train.
The East of England has some of the best beaches near London by train and, indeed, some of the best beach destinations in the UK, including Great Yarmouth, Cromer, Sheringham in Norfolk, Lowestoft and Felixstowe in Suffolk.
Get a train to the beach – our chosen destinations all have easily accessible railway stations, and our trains have air conditioning so you can keep cool on the way!
Forget the office, spreadsheets and Zoom meetings, this is the place to stretch out on sandy beaches, unwind, get an ice cream, take deep breaths of fresh sea air and… UNLONDON.
What makes East of England’s beaches so special
Beaches in the East of England are big and sandy, dog-friendly for most of the year, with great facilities including beach huts, lifeguards, cafes and restaurants.
Accessing East of England’s beaches by train from London
It’s easy to get to the East of England’s beaches with regular trains from London Liverpool Street with Greater Anglia.
Where to go
Southend-on-Sea
Just 52m from London, Southend has beaches, the longest pleasure pier in the world and a free-to-enter Adventure Island amusement park.
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FAQs about beaches by train from London
There are lots of sandy beaches to access by train from London, including Cromer, Sheringham, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Felixstowe.
There are lots of beaches close to London by train but if you’re going to the seaside, we’d suggest you stay for a short break and really get to relax, unwind and become UNLONDON.
We’ve done the work for you! Just take a read of our destination guides and book yourself a rail ticket. It’s that easy.
Yes, it’s advisable. Take the hassle out of your break by booking in advance and letting the train take the strain.