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 March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 138
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. London Heathrow Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, Lufthansa and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 9h 20m.

Train

Eurostar is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Lille takes 1h 22m and costs around C$ 86 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about C$ 54 for a 1h 34m 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 rental from London, which is about 30 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and keddy by Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 120 miles and will cost you around C$ 10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about C$ 8 for a journey of 130 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. London Heathrow Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, Lufthansa and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 9h 20m.

Train

Eurostar is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Lille takes 1h 22m and costs around C$ 86 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about C$ 54 for a 1h 34m 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 rental from London, which is about 30 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and keddy by Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 120 miles and will cost you around C$ 10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about C$ 8 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
Good (7,356 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,417 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,799 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,717 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,762 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,630 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,673 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,622 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,754 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,082 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (4,159 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,407 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,331 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,986 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,367 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,286 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around C$ 139 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 263 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 Carpenters Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 177+
The Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 161+
The Hawkenbury
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 134+
The Royal Wells Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 168+
Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
4 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
C$ 109+
Anand Lodge
3 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
C$ 115+

Renting a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay C$ 2.60 per litre 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 C$ 31.19 and C$ 41.58. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Vauxhall Astra or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.60 per litre 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 C$ 31.19 and C$ 41.58. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Vauxhall Astra or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.