Train travel on King Charles III’s Coronation Weekend 2023

London

The King’s Coronation Ceremony takes place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6th May 2023. If you’re thinking about trains to London for the big day, be aware that it’ll likely be very busy in the city itself and on trains running to and from the capital.

If you’re planning on celebrating into the night, you can check the times of the last trains out of London using our Journey Planner or on our app.

Windsor

As well as the Coronation Ceremony itself, there will be a Coronation Concert in Windsor on Sunday 7th May. Tickets for this event have already been allocated via a ballot. If you were lucky enough to get a ticket, you can check how to get to and from Windsor for the concert with us. Bear in mind that as it’s on a Sunday, trains and London Underground services will finish earlier than during the week.

If you didn’t manage to get a ticket, you can still watch the concert online or on TV. Remember: there are no other ceremonial events in Windsor for the Coronation. Why not read on for more information about other events taking place to celebrate the Coronation across the UK?

1. The Coronation Procession in London

• When? 6th May 2023
• Where? Westminster Abbey to Buckingham Palace, London

After the Coronation Service takes place at 11am at Westminster Abbey, there will be a Coronation Procession towards Buckingham Palace, including the newly crowned King Charles III as well as members of the Armed Forces from the UK, British Overseas Territories and the Commonwealth. Well-wishers line the route down the Mall (the road between Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square), so you may be able to catch a glimpse of the new King and Queen Consort as they travel past in the Gold State Coach.

• How to get there: Travel by train to London. Then, you can take the London Underground to either Green Park, St James’s Park or Charing Cross and walk to find a space along the procession route down the Mall.

2. Coronation Celebration at the Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace

• When? 7th and 8th May 2023
• Where? The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace, London, SW1W 0QH

You might travel by train, but how does the royal family get around? Head over to the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace over the Coronation weekend to find out more about the carriages used in the Coronation Procession. You can also go on a tour of the Mews to learn about the horses that live there, or get creative and take part in some arts and crafts activities in the Livery Room.

• How to get there: Travel by train to London. Get the London Underground to either Victoria or St James’s Park, and from there it’s just a short walk to the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace.

3. Coronation Celebration Activity Day at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

• When? 1st May 2023
• Where? Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH8 8DX

If you’re looking to get into the celebratory spirit early, the Palace of Holyroodhouse is hosting a Coronation-inspired activity day on the early May bank holiday (1st May). The Palace is King Charles III’s official Scottish residence, so it’s the perfect place to celebrate this historic event. There are lots of crafts for the kids to have a go at, from creating their own crown and flag to designing a commemorative Coronation badge and invitation. And there’s plenty to see at the Palace too, such as the Throne Room and the Palace Gardens.

• How to get there: Take the train to Edinburgh Waverley station. Then it’s a 15-minute walk to the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

4. Screenings of the Coronation Service

• When? 6th May 2023
• Where? Locations across the UK

Many places up and down the country are broadcasting the Coronation Ceremony on big screens so that the general public can come together to celebrate this historic day. There are screenings across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, so there’s likely to be one near you. Some places may also broadcast the Coronation Concert live from Windsor Castle on Sunday 7th May, where you can watch famous stars and community choirs perform to celebrate the Coronation.

• How to get there: Current confirmed locations include Cardiff, Halifax, Brighton and Manchester. You can use Trainline’s Journey Planner to plan your trip.

5. Sandringham Estate Coronation Weekend

• When? 6th and 7th May 2023
• Where? Sandringham Estate, Norfolk, PE35 6AB

A favourite with the royals, the Sandringham Estate will be hosting its own celebrations for the Coronation. If you want to watch the Coronation Ceremony, it will be screened in the Royal Parkland. Or why not tuck into a Coronation-inspired afternoon tea in the restaurant? And there’s something for the kids too, with a play area, nature trail, and vintage funfair on offer. Please note, booking may be required for some activities.

• How to get there: Travel by train from Norwich, London or Peterborough to King’s Lynn train station. From here, you can catch a bus to the Sandringham Estate.

6. Wembley Park Coronation Celebration

• When? Wembley Park, Olympic Way, London, HA9 0FR
• Where? 6th May 2023

Whether you want to watch the Coronation Ceremony on the big screen, be entertained by live performers or sample a range of tasty street food, Wembley Park’s Coronation Celebration has it all. Plus, there’s a dedicated area for the little ones, with family-friendly activities such as face painting and life-sized board games. This event has something for everyone!

• How to get there: You can hop on a train to London and then make your way to Wembley Park on the London Underground. Some trains run to Wembley Central or Wembley Stadium train stations; from these stations it’s a short walk to Wembley Park.