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$ 115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 115
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 Calgary and takes around 8h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Birmingham takes 1h 49m and costs around C$ 32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cardiff, expect to pay about C$ 78 for a 1h 50m 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 Bristol, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 11 for a journey of 233 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 Calgary and takes around 8h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Birmingham takes 1h 49m and costs around C$ 32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cardiff, expect to pay about C$ 78 for a 1h 50m 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 Bristol, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 209 km and will cost you around C$ 10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 11 for a journey of 233 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

KLM
Good (1,441 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,728 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,687 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,073 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,189 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,851 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,090 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,174 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,716 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,473 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,632 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,654 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,370 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 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$ 141+
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Hotel Du Vin & Bistro Tunbridge Wells
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 167+
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The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 120+
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Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
C$ 103+
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Renting a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay C$ 2.54 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$ 30.39 and C$ 40.52. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Compact (Volvo XC40 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.54 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$ 30.39 and C$ 40.52. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Compact (Volvo XC40 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.