The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Tunbridge Wells (TBW) 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 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
9:021h13London Gatwick Airport10:15Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£191One-way0 changes
9:021h13London Gatwick Airport10:15Tunbridge Wells (TBW)£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 31 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£23 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G77451+ J01276+ W32963 | Delayed 15:31 16:02Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h21 | 17:23 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 2 changes | |
P85399+ W45419 | Delayed 15:50 16:06Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h33 | 17:39 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
G77454+ J01275+ W45607 | Delayed 16:00 16:32Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h22 | 17:54 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 2 changes | |
P85611+ W45438 | Delayed 16:20 16:36Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h26 | 18:02 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
P89115 · J01274+ W45464 | Delayed 16:33 16:46Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h40 | 18:26 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 2 changes | |
P85612+ G28272 | Delayed 16:50 17:06Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h25 | 18:31 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 1 change | |
| Friday 14 August | |||||
![]() | 9:02 London Gatwick Airport | 1h13 | 10:15 Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Southern?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 8:02 |
Last train 19:32 |
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Train companies: Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trainsSouthern, Southeastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Tunbridge Wells (TBW) from £4. 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 Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport and Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trains use the London Bridge to Tunbridge Wells station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Tunbridge Wells (TBW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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