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How to get there
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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.

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, 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 February
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in February
Estimated hotel price
$75
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 New York and takes around 6h 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Train. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Cambridge takes 1h 06m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $20 for a 1h 28m 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 Turo, 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 217 km and will cost you around $11. From Paris, the ticket costs about $4 for a journey of 925 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 New York and takes around 6h 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Train. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Cambridge takes 1h 06m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $20 for a 1h 28m 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 Turo, 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 217 km and will cost you around $11. From Paris, the ticket costs about $4 for a journey of 925 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
Good (7,213 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,373 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,146 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,661 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,959 reviews)
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Iberia
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United Airlines
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Air France
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Emirates
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Air Canada
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LOT
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Brussels Airlines
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Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around $107 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $173 and up for a 5-star experience.

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 (8.7, 1808 reviews)
$123+
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The Carpenters Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 721 reviews)
$146+
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The Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2283 reviews)
$154+
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The Hawkenbury
1 star
Excellent (8.3, 600 reviews)
$101+
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Salomons Estate
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1135 reviews)
$82+
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Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.5, 1823 reviews)
$92+
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Renting a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay $6.85 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 $82.22 and $109.63. Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $6.85 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 $82.22 and $109.63. Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

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