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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells is to bus and line 7 bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Tunbridge Wells station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Royal Star Arcade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Tunbridge Wells via Tonbridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells?

The distance between Canterbury and Tunbridge Wells is 46 miles. The road distance is 43.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells, including transfers.

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

Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, depart from Bus Station.

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

Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells bus arrive?

Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by Stagecoach South East, arrive at Royal Star Arcade station.

Where does the Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells train arrive?

Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Tonbridge station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells.

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

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Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 7 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Tonbridgetrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 24m
£23–46
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
2. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Railway Stationbus 7
3h 30m
£4–6
Drive 43.7 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wellscar 43.7 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canterbury to Tunbridge Wellstaxi 43.7 mi
1h 1m
£190–230

Canterbury to Tunbridge Wells by train

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Distance: 45.4 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury West to Tonbridge hourly. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Railway Station via Royal Star Arcade in around 3h 30m.

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