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. Royal Tunbridge Wells deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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$ 137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 137
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 7h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Nottingham takes 1h 38m and costs around C$ 40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Doncaster, expect to pay about C$ 40 for a 1h 53m 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 DRIVALIA , 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 153 km and will cost you around C$ 10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about C$ 5 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 7h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Nottingham takes 1h 38m and costs around C$ 40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Doncaster, expect to pay about C$ 40 for a 1h 53m 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 DRIVALIA , 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 153 km and will cost you around C$ 10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about C$ 5 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
Good (4,596 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,441 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,279 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,923 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,700 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (836 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (910 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around C$ 132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 209 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$ 134+
Hotel Du Vin & Bistro Tunbridge Wells
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 167+
The Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 170+
The Hawkenbury
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 127+
The Royal Wells Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 166+
Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
4 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
C$ 107+

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$ 30.38 and C$ 40.50. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

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$ 30.38 and C$ 40.50. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.