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. 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, 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
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in May
Estimated hotel price
£68
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 domestic flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Norwich takes 1h 45m and costs around £10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £22 for a 2h 00m 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, FlixBus and Megabus. From Leicester, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 169 km and will cost you around £6. From Coventry, the ticket costs about £9 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 domestic flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Norwich takes 1h 45m and costs around £10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £22 for a 2h 00m 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, FlixBus and Megabus. From Leicester, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 169 km and will cost you around £6. From Coventry, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
Good (4,671 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,498 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,609 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,301 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,561 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,128 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,800 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around £100 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £130 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Royal Tunbridge Wells

Most booked hotels in Royal Tunbridge Wells

The Bell in Ticehurst
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£132+
One Warwick Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£77+
The Carpenters Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£79+
The Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£100+
The Hawkenbury
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£75+
The Royal Wells Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£97+

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells costs £24 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.81 and £23.74. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells costs £24 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.81 and £23.74. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.