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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, The Ivy Royal Tunbridge Wells (46-50 High Street) and Afternoon Tea @ One Warwick Park (One Warwick Park 17 Chapel Place) are great picks.

When to visit Royal Tunbridge Wells

Royal Tunbridge Wells in October
Estimated hotel price
£77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in October
Estimated hotel price
£77
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 domestic flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells departs from Belfast 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 Oxford takes 0h 50m and costs around £31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £26 for a 1h 49m trip. Located 1.3 miles 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 4 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Royal Tunbridge Wells is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 30 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 135 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 155 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 domestic flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells departs from Belfast 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 Oxford takes 0h 50m and costs around £31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £26 for a 1h 49m trip. Located 1.3 miles 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 4 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Royal Tunbridge Wells is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 30 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 135 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 155 miles.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,518 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,982 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,023 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,997 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,994 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,383 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,657 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (863 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,349 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,537 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,161 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,038 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,387 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around £90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £135 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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The Bell in Ticehurst
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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The Leicester Arms
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£121+
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One Warwick Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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The Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£107+
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The Hawkenbury
1 star
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Dale Hill Hotel and Golf Club
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£79+
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Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells costs £31 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.18 and £21.57. Compact (MG ZS or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells costs £31 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.18 and £21.57. Compact (MG ZS or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

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