Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Royal Tunbridge Wells has to offer.

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 February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 151
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 10h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester takes 2h 19m and costs around C$ 68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about C$ 53 for a 3h 26m 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 rental from London, which is about 49 km from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Royal Tunbridge Wells using National Express or FlixBus. From Bournemouth, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 11. From Bristol, the ticket costs about C$ 15 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 flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 10h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester takes 2h 19m and costs around C$ 68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about C$ 53 for a 3h 26m 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 rental from London, which is about 49 km from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Royal Tunbridge Wells using National Express or FlixBus. From Bournemouth, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 11. From Bristol, the ticket costs about C$ 15 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

KLM
Good (1,448 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,759 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,712 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,138 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,103 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,236 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,500 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,684 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,380 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,158 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,834 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Royal Tunbridge Wells

Most booked hotels in Royal Tunbridge Wells

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The Hawkenbury
1 star
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 137+
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Hotel Du Vin & Bistro Tunbridge Wells
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 158+
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The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 120+
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Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
C$ 100+
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Renting a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay C$ 2.50 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$ 30.00 and C$ 40.00. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.50 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$ 30.00 and C$ 40.00. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.