Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Royal Tunbridge Wells travel guide

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With a population of 61.075, Royal Tunbridge Wells is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Royal Tunbridge Wells to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Royal Tunbridge Wells

If you’re looking for affordable options, Thackeray's (85 London Road) and Essence at the Pantiles by Atul Kochhar (The Pantiles) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Côte Brasserie - Tunbridge Wells (71-73 Mount Pleasant Road) and Royal Misya Restaurant & Bar (86-88 High St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Royal Tunbridge Wells.

When to visit Royal Tunbridge Wells

Royal Tunbridge Wells in January
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in January
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Royal Tunbridge Wells

Plane

Although Royal Tunbridge Wells doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 31 km from Royal Tunbridge Wells. The shortest flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Oxford takes 0h 54m and costs around $71 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about $59 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 2.1 km from the city centre, Royal Tunbridge Wells High Brooms is the busiest station in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Another popular train station is Royal Tunbridge Wells Eridge, located 7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Royal Tunbridge Wells is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 49 km from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 209 km and will cost you around $12. From Coventry, the ticket costs about $14 for a journey of 225 km.

Plane

Although Royal Tunbridge Wells doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 31 km from Royal Tunbridge Wells. The shortest flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Oxford takes 0h 54m and costs around $71 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about $59 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 2.1 km from the city centre, Royal Tunbridge Wells High Brooms is the busiest station in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Another popular train station is Royal Tunbridge Wells Eridge, located 7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Royal Tunbridge Wells is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 49 km from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 209 km and will cost you around $12. From Coventry, the ticket costs about $14 for a journey of 225 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,998 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,487 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
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SWISS
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Iberia
Good (3,003 reviews)
United Airlines
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Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,394 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
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Air Canada
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Scandinavian Airlines
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Etihad Airways
Good (1,284 reviews)
LOT
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Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,217 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,044 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around $189 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $325 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Royal Tunbridge Wells

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay $3.13 per litre in Royal Tunbridge Wells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.52 and $50.02. Compact (MG ZS or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.13 per litre in Royal Tunbridge Wells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.52 and $50.02. Compact (MG ZS or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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