Derby Festival 2026 - Derby Day at Epsom Downs — 6 Jun 2026

The nearest train station to Epsom Downs is Epsom Station. It is approximately a 20-30 minute walk, covering around 1.5 kilometres, to the main racecourse and event areas. A local taxi service is usually available outside the station for those who prefer not to walk. Epsom Station is served by South Western Railway and Southern services. Frequent trains operate from London Waterloo and London Victoria, typically running every 15-30 minutes, with journey times of approximately 30-40 minutes from Central London. Other key cities like Manchester, Birmingham, and Edinburgh are a considerable distance away, requiring changes, and can take several hours to reach. Epsom Station offers ticket facilities and is generally accessible, though specific platform access should be checked.

Several bus routes serve the Epsom Downs area, providing convenient access for local and regional travellers. Key bus stops are located near the Epsom Downs Racecourse itself, often labelled as 'Epsom Downs Station' or directly referencing the racecourse. Bus route numbers 166, 318, 420, and 470 are among those that pass through or near the venue. These routes connect Epsom Downs to various surrounding towns and residential areas, including Kingston, Sutton, and Croydon, as well as providing links to Epsom town centre. While specific night bus options may vary depending on the day and service, typical services run until the late evening. Journey times from Epsom town centre are usually short, around 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. Arriva and Metrobus are among the main operators in the area.