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, Essence at the Pantiles by Atul Kochhar (The Pantiles) and The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells (46-50 High Street) are great picks.

When to visit Royal Tunbridge Wells

Royal Tunbridge Wells in November
Estimated hotel price
$191
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in November
Estimated hotel price
$191
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 Christchurch and takes around 31h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Lille takes 1h 21m and costs around $95 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Brussels, expect to pay about $78 for a 2h 05m 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

You can travel by bus to Royal Tunbridge Wells using FlixBus or National Express. From Cambridge, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 121 km and will cost you around $17. From Bournemouth, the ticket costs about $14 for a journey of 185 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 Christchurch and takes around 31h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Lille takes 1h 21m and costs around $95 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Brussels, expect to pay about $78 for a 2h 05m 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

You can travel by bus to Royal Tunbridge Wells using FlixBus or National Express. From Cambridge, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 121 km and will cost you around $17. From Bournemouth, the ticket costs about $14 for a journey of 185 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
Good (7,960 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,510 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,931 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,465 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,343 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,203 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,580 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (913 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,680 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,762 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,979 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,225 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,308 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Royal Tunbridge Wells

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay $3.62 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 $43.41 and $57.87. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.62 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 $43.41 and $57.87. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.