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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Royal Tunbridge Wells has to offer.

Where to Eat in Royal Tunbridge Wells

If you’re looking for affordable options, Thackeray's (85 London Road) and The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells (46-50 High Street) 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 May
Estimated hotel price
$133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in May
Estimated hotel price
$133
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 26h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Train. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $42 for a 2h 03m 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 DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Reading, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 153 km and will cost you around $14. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $15 for a journey of 217 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 26h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Train. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $42 for a 2h 03m 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 DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Reading, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 153 km and will cost you around $14. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $15 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
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KLM
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SWISS
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British Airways
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Delta
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Turkish Airlines
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Air France
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Iberia
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Austrian Airlines
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United Airlines
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Emirates
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Qatar Airways
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Air Canada
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Brussels Airlines
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Finnair
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Scandinavian Airlines
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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LOT
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Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around $163 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $270 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 $3.14 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 $37.66 and $50.22. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.66 and $50.22. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.