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What to do
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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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, 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 January
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in January
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 domestic flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around £37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Nottingham, expect to pay about £29 for a 1h 38m 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 Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Royal Tunbridge Wells using FlixBus or National Express. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 193 km and will cost you around £6. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 209 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 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around £37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Nottingham, expect to pay about £29 for a 1h 38m 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 Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Royal Tunbridge Wells using FlixBus or National Express. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 193 km and will cost you around £6. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 209 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,113 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,818 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,057 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,114 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,690 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,443 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,513 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,555 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,337 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (884 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,105 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,624 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,419 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,528 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,152 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around £82 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £138 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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Royal Wells Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£56+
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One Warwick Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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The Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£101+
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The Hawkenbury
1 star
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£56+
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Travelodge Tunbridge Wells
2 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
£33+
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Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells costs £39 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.35 and £21.79. 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 Compact car hire (MG ZS or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells costs £39 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.35 and £21.79. 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 Compact car hire (MG ZS or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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