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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
242 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Cardiff for Royal Tunbridge Wells every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 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.
08:354h35
Cardiff13:10Royal Tunbridge Wells
£641One-way
0 changes
09:203h52
Cardiff13:12Royal Tunbridge Wells
£1291One-way
0 changes
09:203h52
Cardiff13:12Royal Tunbridge Wells
£1291One-way
0 changes
08:354h35
Cardiff13:10Royal Tunbridge Wells
£641One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 242 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells
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Trains from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 48m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 21:20 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Royal Tunbridge Wells from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 48m
Cheapest Price
£34
Great Western Rail frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 7m
Cheapest Price
£165
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells 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 Royal Tunbridge Wells, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully enjoy the attractions and charm of Royal Tunbridge Wells, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows enough time to explore highlights such as the historic Pantiles, Dunorlan Park, and the nearby High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
A day trip from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 48m. However, there are 8 train trips available per day.
The train journey from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells offers a mix of urban and countryside views, passing through the scenic valleys of South Wales and the picturesque landscapes of the English countryside, making it a pleasant experience for travellers seeking a glimpse of both rural and urban settings.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The train distance from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells is 242 km.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train journey from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells covers a distance of 242 km and takes approximately 3h 48m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Royal Tunbridge Wells is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Tunbridge Wells (TBW).
The first train from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells leaves at 5:07.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
The last train from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells departs at 21:20.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Trains from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Royal Tunbridge Wells
Cardiff
Royal Tunbridge Wells
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
The major train station for arrivals in Royal Tunbridge Wells is Tunbridge Wells. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tunbridge Wells for your journey to Royal Tunbridge Wells from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 21:40 Saturday 06:30 - 20:40 Sunday 07:45 - 21:55 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. 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 towards London via the main entrance. Step free access to platform 2 via the lift from Mount Pleasant Road entrance for services towards Hastings. Step free interchange between platforms via steep path approximately 200 metres. Step access between platforms via the station footbridge.
- 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 - Friday 05:00 - 01:45 Saturday - Sunday 05:00 - 02:15 Saturday - Sunday 06:30 - 00:30 Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: There are toilets on Platform 1 and platform 2.- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: On Platform 1 and Platform 2.- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park, Platform 1& outside station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Tunbridge Wells
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside of platform 1
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:00 Saturday 07:10 - 13:50 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 towards London via the side entrance.There is no step free access to Platform 2. Step only access to platform 2 for services away from 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: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: outside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for High Brooms
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Tonbridge - End of Approach Road Towards Tunbridge Wells - Opposite the Approach Road.
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