The average train between Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells takes 1h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Canterbury 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.
Trains run hourly between Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Tunbridge Wells at 12:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells. However, there are services departing from Canterbury station and arriving at Tunbridge Wells station via Tonbridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.
Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Tonbridge station.
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The distance between Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells is 59.3 km. The road distance is 73 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury West to Tonbridge hourly. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 59 min.