What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells is to bus which costs £7 - £8 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Tunbridge Wells?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elm Grove and arriving at Railway Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Tunbridge Wells?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Tunbridge Wells via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells?

The distance between Brighton and Tunbridge Wells is 33 miles. The road distance is 32 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells without a car is to bus which takes 1h 41m and costs £7 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells?

The bus from Elm Grove to Railway Station takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Tunbridge Wells bus from?

Brighton to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from Elm Grove station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Tunbridge Wells train from?

Brighton to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells?

The best way to get from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells is to bus which takes 1h 41m and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Brighton to Tunbridge Wells bus arrive?

Brighton to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Brighton to Tunbridge Wells train arrive?

Brighton to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Tunbridge Wells is 32 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells.

How do I get a train ticket from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells?

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Where can I stay near Tunbridge Wells?

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There are 4 ways to get from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Elm Grove to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
1h 41m
£7–8
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Tunbridge Wellstrain London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells / ...
2h 11m
£42–86
Drive 31.8 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Tunbridge Wellscar 31.8 mi
50 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton to Tunbridge Wellstaxi 31.8 mi
50 min
£80–100

Brighton to Tunbridge Wells by bus

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Distance: 32.8 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Tunbridge Wells, England?

Brighton & Hove operates a bus from Elm Grove to Railway Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Brighton to Tunbridge Wells via London Bridge in around 2h 11m.

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