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Ightham Mote
Historic house museum near Tonbridge, noted for Tudor and Jacobean rooms, furniture and decorative arts in a rural setting.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 4 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bromley to Tonbridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bromley to Tonbridge will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Bromley to Tonbridge, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bromley to Tonbridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 30 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 9m faster (36m by train vs 45m by car) and roughly £0.07 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£7 vs £7). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Southeastern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bromley to Tonbridge trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:42 Bromley | 1h04 | 14:46 Tonbridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bromley to Tonbridge run on average 9 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 54m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 0:27 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Historic house museum near Tonbridge, noted for Tudor and Jacobean rooms, furniture and decorative arts in a rural setting.
Volunteer-run local history museum with displays on Tonbridge life, trade and notable residents, set in a characterful old building.
Country house with collections, period interiors and regular exhibitions. It combines art, history and landscaped grounds.
Large riverside park with sports areas, play spaces, open lawns and easy walks. A popular local spot beside the castle.
Attractive riverside path through central Tonbridge, ideal for a gentle walk with views of the Medway, bridges and historic buildings.
Riverside green space with paths, gardens and access to the castle grounds. It is a pleasant place to pause near the town centre.
A Kent pub staple of local sausages in Yorkshire pudding with onion gravy. A hearty county favourite often found on traditional menus.
Classic English apple pie made with Kentish apples, a fruit long linked to the Garden of England. Often served warm with custard or cream.
Soft local cheese from nearby Kent, known for its bloomy rind and rich, mushroomy flavour. It reflects the county’s strong dairy tradition.
Popular modern restaurant focusing on Thai cooking, with stylish interiors and a lively atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Riverside pub and restaurant serving modern British dishes, steaks and roasts in a polished but relaxed setting near Tonbridge town centre.
Historic pub with a traditional feel, known for British classics, local ales and a central position close to Tonbridge Castle.
Moderate for south-east England. Rooms and rail fares can be pricey, but pub meals, cafés and local buses are manageable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bromley to Tonbridge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tonbridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bromley to Tonbridge trains use the Bromley South to Tonbridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Bromley and Tonbridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bromley South has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bromley South.
ATMs are available at Bromley South.
Ticket office support is available at Bromley South. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bromley South: Parking, WC.
Available at Bromley South: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bromley South: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms via lifts accessible from the booking hall. There are also steps down to the platform from the booking hall. There is also a separate overbridge further down the platforms to assist with interchanging at the station but this has step access only, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Elmstead Woods is 2 km from Bromley city centre. Public transport options include:
Elmstead Woods has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Elmstead Woods. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Elmstead Woods: Parking, WC.
Available at Elmstead Woods: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elmstead Woods: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 4 for services away from London from Station Approach. There is no step free access to Platform 1,2 or 3.Step access only via footbridge to platforms 1,2 and 3 for services to London. No step free interchange between platforms, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Eden Park is 3 km from Bromley city centre. Public transport options include:
Eden Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Eden Park.
Ticket office support is available at Eden Park. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eden Park: Parking.
Available at Eden Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eden Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 1 for services to London. There is no step free access to Platform 2.Only step access to platform 2 for services away from London. No step free interchange between platforms, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Tonbridge has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Tonbridge.
ATMs are available at Tonbridge.
Ticket office support is available at Tonbridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tonbridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Tonbridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tonbridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to the booking hall from Railway Approach Road. Steps and step free access via lifts down to all platforms from the booking hall. Step free access from the blue badge parking in Barden Road direct to platform 3 and 4 for services away from London. Step free access via the station overbridge and lifts to platforms 1 and 2 for services towards London, Redhill ( for Gatwick) and Tunbridge Wells, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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