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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 05:14. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 2h 10m.
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
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 05:14 |
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
Train companies: Southeastern, first_great_western from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trainsSoutheastern, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading station (RDG) and Tunbridge Wells (TBW) from £51. 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
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£50
Southeastern frequency
3 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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Price
£70
first_great_western frequency
50 a day
FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) 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.
The train journey from Reading to Tunbridge Wells offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, passing through charming towns and verdant landscapes, providing a scenic experience for travellers.
A day trip from Reading to Tunbridge Wells is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 10m. The distance is 93 km, and there are 5 trains per day.
To get from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) is 93 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The train journey from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) covers a distance of 93 km and takes approximately 2h 10m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) is by train, costing approximately £51.
The first train from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) leaves at 5:14.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW).
The last train from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) departs at 5:14.
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW).
There is no night train service from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW).
Yes, you can take the train from Reading station (RDG) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW).
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Reading
Royal Tunbridge Wells
The major train station for departures in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your trip from Reading to Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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 Reading.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLounge
Lost 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
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Most popular train connections to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
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