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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells is to bus and train which costs £40 - £85 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £80 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Tunbridge Wells?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Vale Road via London Victoria, Stamford Street and Blackfriars Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Tunbridge Wells?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Tunbridge Wells via Euston station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells?

The distance between Manchester and Tunbridge Wells is 220 miles. The road distance is 223.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells, including transfers.

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

Manchester to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

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

Manchester to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells?

The best way to get from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 52m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £200 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Manchester to Tunbridge Wells bus arrive?

Manchester to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Manchester to Tunbridge Wells train arrive?

Manchester to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Tunbridge Wells is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Manchester to Tunbridge Wells.

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

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Where can I stay near Tunbridge Wells?

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Manchester to Tunbridge Wells - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Tunbridge Wellstrain London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells / ...
3h 30m
£83–145
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Tunbridge Wellstrain London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells / ...
5h 57m
£41–83
Drive 222.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Tunbridge Wellscar 222.1 mi
4h 55m
£55–79
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Tunbridge Wellstrain
4h 14m
£88–324
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackfriars Station to Vale Roadbus 786
7h 52m
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Tunbridge Wellstrain
4h 57m
£121–292
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Tunbridge Wellstrain
6h 24m
£222–396
Fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
6h 28m
£68–198

Manchester to Tunbridge Wells by train and subway

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3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218.3 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Tunbridge Wells via London Euston, Euston station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Vale Road via London Victoria, Southwark St /Blackfriars Road, Stamford Street, Blackfriars Station / North Entrance, and Blackfriars Station in around 7h 52m.

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