Country road through Essex countryside leading to Burnham on Crouch

Getting Here

Plan your journey

Burnham on Crouch is easy to reach by car or train from London and across Essex

Finding us

Burnham on Crouch sits on the Dengie Peninsula in mid-Essex, about 50 miles east of London. The town is well served by direct trains from London Liverpool Street, and is easily reached by car via the A12 or A130.

Once you arrive, the town centre, waterfront, and most attractions are all within easy walking distance of the railway station and the main car parks.

How to get here

Travel options

By Train

By Train

Direct trains run from London Liverpool Street to Burnham on Crouch, operated by Greater Anglia. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.

Trains run roughly every hour throughout the day, with more frequent services during peak times. Check the Greater Anglia website or National Rail for the latest timetables and tickets.

The railway station is a 5-minute walk from the waterfront and High Street.
By Car

By Car

From London and the west, take the A12 towards Chelmsford, then the A130 south towards South Woodham Ferrers, and follow the B1010 and B1021 to Burnham on Crouch.

From the north, take the A12 to Chelmsford and follow signs for the Dengie Peninsula. The journey from central London takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes outside peak hours.

Postcode for sat-nav: CM0 8AS (town centre).
By Bus

By Bus

Local bus services connect Burnham on Crouch with Chelmsford and Maldon. The 31 and 31A services run from Chelmsford bus station, with a journey time of around 1 hour.

Bus services are less frequent than trains and may not run on Sundays. Check the First Essex or Arriva websites for current timetables.

The bus stop is on the High Street, close to the town centre.

Parking in Burnham on Crouch

There are several public car parks in Burnham on Crouch, all within easy walking distance of the waterfront and town centre. Parking charges apply in the main car parks; some on-street parking is available free of charge.

During Burnham Week and other busy events, parking can be limited. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early or consider travelling by train.

Coronation Road Car Park

Main town centre car park, pay and display

Waterfront Car Park

Close to the quayside, limited spaces

Station Road

On-street parking near the railway station

Location

Find us on the map

Burnham on Crouch, Essex, CM0 8AS