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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Royal Tunbridge Wells travel guide

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You're Going to Love Royal Tunbridge Wells

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.

Activities & attractions in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Floristry workshops & wine tasting
Activities•Workshop / Course

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
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in November
Estimated hotel price
$112
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 19 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. The shortest flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells from the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. Located 1.3 miles from the city center, Royal Tunbridge Wells High Brooms is the busiest station in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Another popular train station is Royal Tunbridge Wells Eridge, located 4 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Royal Tunbridge Wells is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 30 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Royal Tunbridge Wells using National Express or FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 120 miles and will cost you around $8. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 140 miles.

Plane

Although Royal Tunbridge Wells doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 19 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. The shortest flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells from the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. Located 1.3 miles from the city center, Royal Tunbridge Wells High Brooms is the busiest station in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Another popular train station is Royal Tunbridge Wells Eridge, located 4 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Royal Tunbridge Wells is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 30 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Royal Tunbridge Wells using National Express or FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 120 miles and will cost you around $8. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 140 miles.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,864 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,813 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,321 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,276 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,903 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,150 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,550 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,470 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,836 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (393 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,175 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,228 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Royal Tunbridge Wells

Most booked hotels in Royal Tunbridge Wells

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One Warwick Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1925 reviews)
$155+
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The Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2407 reviews)
$138+
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The Hawkenbury
1 star
Excellent (8.4, 629 reviews)
$100+
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Hotel Du Vin & Bistro Tunbridge Wells
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1567 reviews)
$105+
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The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection
4 stars
Good (7.8, 1766 reviews)
$95+
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Accommodation at Salomons Estate
4 stars
Good (7.7, 1243 reviews)
$125+
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Renting a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay $7.08 per gallon in Royal Tunbridge Wells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.94 and $113.26. 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 rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.08 per gallon in Royal Tunbridge Wells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.94 and $113.26. 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 rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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