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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 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, Thackeray's (85 London Road) and Essence at the Pantiles by Atul Kochhar (The Pantiles) 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 January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 139
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 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 Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Birmingham takes 1h 47m and costs around C$ 75 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about C$ 75 for a 2h 00m 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 Sixt, 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 135 miles and will cost you around C$ 8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 19 for a journey of 150 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 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 Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Birmingham takes 1h 47m and costs around C$ 75 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about C$ 75 for a 2h 00m 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 Sixt, 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 135 miles and will cost you around C$ 8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 19 for a journey of 150 miles.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
Good (7,421 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,387 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,391 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,974 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,742 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,977 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,927 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,345 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,626 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (851 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,181 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,492 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,119 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,256 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,933 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,326 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,008 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (360 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around C$ 151 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 261 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 Hawkenbury
1 star
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 113+
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Accommodation at Salomons Estate
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 142+
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Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 101+
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Anand Lodge
3 stars
Okay (5.5, Okay reviews)
C$ 108+
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Renting a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay C$ 2.53 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$ 30.33 and C$ 40.43. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Peugeot 208 or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.53 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$ 30.33 and C$ 40.43. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Peugeot 208 or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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