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The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells
Showing times and prices for 01 Jun
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
40 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Eastbourne for Royal Tunbridge Wells every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.
7:441h22Eastbourne9:06Royal Tunbridge Wells£251One-way0 changes
- 7:441h22Eastbourne9:06Royal Tunbridge Wells£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 40 km
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£24 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 9:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 8:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 9:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 8:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 10:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 9:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 10:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 9:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 11:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 10:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 11:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 10:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 12:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 11:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 12:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 11:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 13:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 12:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 13:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 12:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 14:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 13:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 14:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 13:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 15:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 14:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 15:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 14:50 Eastbourne | 1h14 | 16:04 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 15:50 Eastbourne | 1h14 | 17:04 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 16:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 17:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 16:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 18:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 17:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 18:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 17:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 19:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 18:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 19:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 18:50 Eastbourne | 1h17 | 20:07 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 19:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 20:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 20:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 21:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 21:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 22:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 22:17 Eastbourne | 1h21 | 23:38 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
| 23:17 Eastbourne | 6h46 | 6:03 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 17m.
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 £10
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 0:54 |
Last train 23:07 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £10
Train companies: Southeastern, Southern from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells trainsSoutheastern, Southern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Royal Tunbridge Wells from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
£23
Southeastern frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
£27
Southern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 1h 17m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells is 40 km.
The first train from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells leaves at 0:54.
The last train from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells departs at 23:07.
Trains from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
To get from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
The train station in Eastbourne that goes to Royal Tunbridge Wells is Eastbourne station (EBN), and it arrives at Tunbridge Wells (TBW).
The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells offers picturesque views of the Sussex countryside, featuring rolling hills and charming villages along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells is feasible, with a travel time of 1h 17m and a distance of 40 km. There are 9 train journeys available per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Eastbourne to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Eastbourne and Royal Tunbridge Wells
Eastbourne
Royal Tunbridge Wells
The major train station for departures in Eastbourne is Eastbourne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Eastbourne for your trip from Eastbourne 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 Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 21:15 Saturday 05:50 - 21:15 Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, barbers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on the concourse and waiting areas on platform 1 and 2
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Stands at the front of the station and sheltered stands near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Eastbourne
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off in the main car park until the end of 2021.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:10 - 12:45 Sunday 06:50 - 14:25
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available in the Booking hall. There are unheated shelters on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Eastbourne.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information 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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