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. Royal Tunbridge Wells deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Royal Tunbridge Wells

If you’re looking for affordable options, Thackeray's (85 London Road) and The Boat House Bistro (Bewl Water Bewlbridge Lane) 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 April
Estimated hotel price
$76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in April
Estimated hotel price
$76
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 the United States departs from Miami and takes around 8h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Train. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Emeryville takes 0h 33m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Berkeley, expect to pay about $13 for a 0h 33m trip. Located 2.1 km 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 7 km from the center.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 209 km and will cost you around $4. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about $10 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 the United States departs from Miami and takes around 8h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Train. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Emeryville takes 0h 33m and costs around $5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Berkeley, expect to pay about $13 for a 0h 33m trip. Located 2.1 km 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 7 km from the center.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 209 km and will cost you around $4. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 225 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
Good (4,640 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (925 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,473 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,298 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,557 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (477 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,770 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,165 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around $96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $160 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Royal Tunbridge Wells

Most booked hotels in Royal Tunbridge Wells

One Warwick Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1693 reviews)
$100+
The Carpenters Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 484 reviews)
$98+
The Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2515 reviews)
$124+
The Hawkenbury
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 337 reviews)
$93+
The Royal Wells Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1916 reviews)
$121+
The Leicester Arms Country Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.8, 5 reviews)
$148+

Renting a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Renting a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells costs $93 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.04 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 $84.49 and $112.65. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells costs $93 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $7.04 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 $84.49 and $112.65. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.