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. 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 May
Estimated hotel price
€74
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royal Tunbridge Wells in May
Estimated hotel price
€74
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 Ireland departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Train. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Birmingham takes 1h 33m and costs around €39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about €34 for a 1h 35m 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 hire 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, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 217 km and will cost you around €10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about €7 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 Ireland departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royal Tunbridge Wells, followed by Train. The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Birmingham takes 1h 33m and costs around €39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about €34 for a 1h 35m 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 hire 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, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Royal Tunbridge Wells takes 217 km and will cost you around €10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about €7 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Royal Tunbridge Wells

Airlines serving Royal Tunbridge Wells

Lufthansa
Good (4,672 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,606 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,809 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Average rates range from around €98 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €149 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 Spa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
€116+
The Royal Wells Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
€116+
Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
4 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
€75+
Anand Lodge
3 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
€61+

Hiring a car in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Expect to pay €1.74 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 €20.77 and €27.70. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay €1.74 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 €20.77 and €27.70. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Royal Tunbridge Wells, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.