The average bus between Cardiff and Tunbridge Wells takes 7h 12m and the fastest bus takes 6h 33m. The bus service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Tunbridge Wells. The earliest departure is at 1:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Tunbridge Wells at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at South Terminal Bus Station and take an average of 7h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Tunbridge Wells station via South Terminal Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.
Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.
Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.
The distance between Cardiff and Tunbridge Wells is 242.4 km. The road distance is 331 km.
National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 25m.