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Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery
The town museum in a former spa building, covering local history, art and the Wells. A strong introduction to Royal Tunbridge Wells and its development.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Sept
Cheapest price on 21 Sept
£73
Average ticket price on 21 Sept
£73
Fastest journey on 21 Sept
2 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 21 Sept
2 h 20 m
Trains on 21 Sept
34
Distance
193 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Fast trains
To travel from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:122h44Leicester7:56Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes- 6:022h26Leicester8:28Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes
- 6:302h26Leicester8:56Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes
- 6:432h29Leicester9:12Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes
- 7:002h24Leicester9:24Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes
- 15:432h18Leicester18:01Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes
- 15:042h19Leicester17:23Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes
- 14:042h21Leicester16:25Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes
- 14:322h21Leicester16:53Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes
- 8:312h22Leicester10:53Royal Tunbridge Wells£731One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 193 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells is a coach with an average price of £17.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells costing on average £79.
The fastest way to travel from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells is by train with an average journey time of 2h 10m.
Other travel options to Royal Tunbridge Wells take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 22m.
Yes, you can take a train between Leicester and Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (2h 10m by train vs 2h 54m by car). Tickets start at around £79 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells trains for today, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 13:43 Leicester | 2h25 | 16:08 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 13:59 Leicester | 2h40 | 16:39 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 14:43 Leicester | 2h25 | 17:08 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 14:59 Leicester | 2h40 | 17:39 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 15:43 Leicester | 2h25 | 18:08 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 16:13 Leicester | 2h26 | 18:39 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 16:43 Leicester | 2h25 | 19:08 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 17:13 Leicester | 2h26 | 19:39 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 17:43 Leicester | 2h25 | 20:08 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 18:13 Leicester | 2h26 | 20:39 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 18:43 Leicester | 2h25 | 21:08 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 19:13 Leicester | 2h26 | 21:39 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 19:43 Leicester | 2h26 | 22:09 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 20:32 Leicester | 2h37 | 23:09 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 20:59 Leicester | 3h10 | 0:09 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 21:41 Leicester | 9h14 | 6:55 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| Monday 21 September | |||||
| 5:12 Leicester | 2h44 | 7:56 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 5:47 Leicester | 2h56 | 8:43 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 3 changes | |
| 6:02 Leicester | 2h26 | 8:28 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 6:30 Leicester | 2h26 | 8:56 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 6:43 Leicester | 2h29 | 9:12 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 7:00 Leicester | 2h24 | 9:24 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 7:13 Leicester | 2h33 | 9:46 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 7:31 Leicester | 2h27 | 9:58 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 7:45 Leicester | 2h29 | 10:14 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 8:01 Leicester | 2h23 | 10:24 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 8:13 Leicester | 2h26 | 10:39 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
| 8:31 Leicester | 2h22 | 10:53 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 2h 4m.
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 £17
Distance 193 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 £17
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leicester and Royal Tunbridge Wells from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£51
East Midlands Railway frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Royal Tunbridge Wells
Things to do in Royal Tunbridge Wells
Discover the best of Royal Tunbridge Wells — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Royal Tunbridge Wells trip today.
- Recommended
Tunbridge Wells Museum at The Amelia Scott
Museum in a Jacobean house with period rooms, local history and family displays. Worth the short trip for a deeper look at the area’s past.
Fairlight Gallery
Contemporary art gallery presenting changing exhibitions by British and international artists. A good stop for modern visual culture in the town centre.
- Must visit
The Pantiles
Grand colonnaded promenade lined with historic buildings and independent shops. The town’s best-known area for atmosphere, architecture and gentle strolling.
- Recommended
Tunbridge Wells Common
Extensive public common of heath, woodland, rocks and open views near the centre. Ideal for walks and for seeing the landscape that shaped the spa town.
- Recommended
The Wellington Rocks
Striking sandstone outcrop and viewpoint on the Common. Popular for short walks, photos and a sense of the area’s unusual natural setting.
Groombridge Sausage Roll
A Kentish pork sausage wrapped in flaky pastry. Closely linked to nearby Groombridge and long associated with local butchers and fairs.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Quince Jelly
Rich fruit preserve made from local quinces. A traditional Kent preserve once common in country kitchens and still tied to orchard heritage.
- Gluten-free
Kentish Brie
Soft cow’s milk cheese from Kent with a wrinkled rind and creamy centre. It reflects the county’s modern farmhouse cheese tradition.
Fine Grind
Popular bistro and deli serving Mediterranean and European dishes in a lively, informal room near the Pantiles.
The Compasses Inn
Elegant modern British dining in a refined townhouse setting, known for seasonal plates and a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Thackeray's Restaurant
Smart contemporary restaurant focused on modern British cooking and well-presented seasonal dishes in central Tunbridge Wells.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England: hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, round up or leave 10%. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional, though spare change is appreciated.
FAQs: Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £79.
The train journey from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells covers a distance of 193 km and takes approximately 2h 4m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells is 193 km.
The first train from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells leaves at 4:51.
The last train from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells departs at 21:42.
Trains from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
To travel from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Royal Tunbridge Wells is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at High Brooms (HIB).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells is by coach, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Leicester 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 Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells offers a blend of urban and countryside views, with stretches of scenic countryside landscapes, quaint villages, and rolling hills, particularly as you approach the southern parts of England.
A day trip from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 4m. However, there are 9 trains per day covering the 193 km distance.
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 Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Royal Tunbridge Wells
Most Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells trains use the Leicester to High Brooms station pair, with some services arriving at Tunbridge Wells. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Royal Tunbridge Wells train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Royal Tunbridge Wells
Which Leicester station do trains to Royal Tunbridge Wells leave from?
Trains from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Royal Tunbridge Wells station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Trains from Leicester to Royal Tunbridge Wells most often arrive at High Brooms. Some services arrive at Tunbridge Wells, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Royal Tunbridge Wells arrival station.
High BroomsHigh Brooms station, North Farm Road, High Brooms, Kent, TN2 3XE+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to High Brooms from Royal Tunbridge Wells city centre
High Brooms is 2 km from Royal Tunbridge Wells city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainHastings - London Charing Cross, Hastings - Tonbridge, Ore - London Charing Cross, Hastings - London Cannon Street, Tunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross, Tunbridge Wells - London Cannon Street, Tunbridge Wells - Tonbridge, Hastings - London Bridge, Tunbridge Wells - London Bridge, Ore - London Bridge · 3m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus788 · 4m
284 · 6m · £2 · every ~1 min
High Brooms train station facilities and services
High Brooms 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
Food and drink options are available at High Brooms.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at High Brooms. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at High Brooms: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at High Brooms: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at High Brooms: 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.
Tunbridge WellsTunbridge Wells station, Mount Pleasant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1BT+44 3453227021
City-centre transport
Getting to Tunbridge Wells from Royal Tunbridge Wells city centre
Bus786 · 3m
29, 29X, 29B · 6m · £2 · every ~6 min
Tunbridge Wells train station facilities and services
Tunbridge Wells has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tunbridge Wells.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Tunbridge Wells.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tunbridge Wells. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tunbridge Wells: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tunbridge Wells: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tunbridge Wells: 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.
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