Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Royal Tunbridge Wells travel guide

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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 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
$157
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in January
Estimated hotel price
$157
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 Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 24h 25m.

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 28m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about $69 for a 1h 36m 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 hire from London, which is about 30 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 95 miles and will cost you around $11. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $9 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. The shortest flight to Royal Tunbridge Wells from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 24h 25m.

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 28m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about $69 for a 1h 36m 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 hire from London, which is about 30 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Royal Tunbridge Wells, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 95 miles and will cost you around $11. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around $160 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $301 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 Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$211+
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Accommodation at Salomons Estate
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$122+
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Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$129+
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Anand Lodge
3 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
$117+
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Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay $2.72 per litre in Royal Tunbridge Wells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.61 and $43.47. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 35% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.72 per litre in Royal Tunbridge Wells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.61 and $43.47. The most frequently booked car type in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 35% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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