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Trip Overview

The average train between Royal Tunbridge Wells and Manchester takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 40m
Duration
218 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Royal Tunbridge Wells and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Royal Tunbridge Wells is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Manchester at 10:55 AM. All services require a transfer at London Charing Cross and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast4h 10m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast3h 55m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast11h 47m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast4h 26m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast4h 22m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast4h 9m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast3h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast3h 51m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast3h 39m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast3h 28m • 2 changes
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    SoutheasternLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast3h 37m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Manchester? 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.

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  • Distance: 218.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Royal Tunbridge Wells, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Tunbridge Wells to Manchester Piccadilly via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 31m.

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