The cheapest and fastest trains from London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
46 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
50 m
Trains on 03 Sept
14
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 14 trains from London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.
P89248 · P8764919:201h03London Cannon Street (CST)20:23Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£111One-way1 change
P87719 · P8542219:041h04London Cannon Street (CST)20:08Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£131One-way1 change
P88931 · P8764116:221h01London Cannon Street (CST)17:23Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£141One-way1 change
P87713 · P8549916:041h02London Cannon Street (CST)17:06Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£141One-way1 change
P89114 · P8539916:450h54London Cannon Street (CST)17:39Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£141One-way1 change
P8561217:450h46London Cannon Street (CST)18:31Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£161One-way0 changes
P8561117:150h47London Cannon Street (CST)18:02Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£161One-way0 changes
P8561318:150h47London Cannon Street (CST)19:02Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£161One-way0 changes
P89114 · P8539916:450h54London Cannon Street (CST)17:39Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£141One-way1 change
P85398 · P8541718:410h55London Cannon Street (CST)19:36Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 32m.
The journey is about 24m faster (48m by train vs 1h 12m by car) and roughly £29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£15 vs £44). 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, Southeastern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P85611 | On time 17:15 London Cannon Street (CST) | 0h47 | 18:02 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
P89115 · P87643 | On time 17:28 London Cannon Street (CST) | 0h58 | 18:26 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P85612 | On time 17:45 London Cannon Street (CST) | 0h46 | 18:31 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
P89117 · P87644 | On time 17:58 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h00 | 18:58 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P85613 | On time 18:15 London Cannon Street (CST) | 0h47 | 19:02 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
P89121 · P87645 | On time 18:28 London Cannon Street (CST) | 0h58 | 19:26 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P85398 · P85417 | On time 18:41 London Cannon Street (CST) | 0h55 | 19:36 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P88951 · P87647 | On time 18:52 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h06 | 19:58 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P87719 · P85422 | On time 19:04 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h04 | 20:08 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P89248 · P87649 | On time 19:20 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h03 | 20:23 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P88369 · P85429 | On time 19:32 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h06 | 20:38 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P89253 · P87651 | On time 19:50 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h03 | 20:53 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P88372 · P85434 | On time 20:02 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h06 | 21:08 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P89258 · P87653 | On time 20:20 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h03 | 21:23 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
P87713 · P85499 | 16:04 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h02 | 17:06 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P88931 · P87641 | 16:22 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h01 | 17:23 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P89114 · P85399 | 16:45 London Cannon Street (CST) | 0h54 | 17:39 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P88935 · P87642 | 16:52 London Cannon Street (CST) | 1h02 | 17:54 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Trains from London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 17:28. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 58m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 17:28 |
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Train companies: Southeastern from London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London Cannon Street (CST) and Tunbridge Wells (TBW) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) 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 Tunbridge Wells (TBW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Cannon Street (CST) and Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Most London Cannon Street (CST) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trains use the London Bridge to Tunbridge Wells station pair. Use this guide to compare London Cannon Street (CST) and Tunbridge Wells (TBW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Cannon Street from London city centre
London Cannon Street is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Cannon Street train station facilities and services
London Cannon Street has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Cannon Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Cannon Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Cannon Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Cannon Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Cannon Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access to the left of the front entrance on Cannon Street. A lift opposite platform 1 connects the upper and lower concourses, Accessible public telephones: Available during station opening hours, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located on Dowgate Hill, left of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Available during station opening hours, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: During station opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Tunbridge Wells from Royal Tunbridge Wells city centre
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.
