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Overview: Train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn and enjoy the approximately 25 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:40.
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 25 km |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 23:40 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn.
The train distance from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn is 25 km.
The first train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn departs at 23:40.
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Things to do in Headcorn
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Kentish Ale
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Kentish Blue Cheese
A firm cow’s milk cheese made in Kent with a rich, nutty flavour. It is a well-known county speciality often served on local cheese boards.
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Kent Cherries
Sweet, juicy cherries grown in Kent, long known as the Garden of England. They are a seasonal local favourite eaten fresh or in desserts.
The West House
Refined country dining near Headcorn with modern British cooking and a smart yet welcoming rural atmosphere.
The George & Dragon
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The Kings Head
Established pub and restaurant in Headcorn known for hearty meals, drinks and a friendly, casual setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for rural south-east England. Dining and lodging cost more than many UK small towns, but local buses and rail links keep everyday travel manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple café meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Southeastern Railway
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Prices
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To the city centre
Charing Cross -> Charing Cross, London
- Distance
- 0.3 km
- Travel time
- 4 min
- Buy your rail ticket before boarding; Headcorn is within Southeastern's Penalty Fares area.
- Use the Southeastern Railway app to buy eTickets and check live running. Contactless bank card acceptance is not confirmed for Headcorn station.
FAQs: Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn 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 Headcorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Royal Tunbridge Wells and Headcorn
Most Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn trains use the Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn station pair. Use this guide to compare Royal Tunbridge Wells and Headcorn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Royal Tunbridge Wells
Arrival train stations in Headcorn
Which Royal Tunbridge Wells station do trains to Headcorn leave from?
Trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn leave from Tunbridge Wells. The station is from Royal Tunbridge Wells city centre at Tunbridge Wells station, Mount Pleasant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1BT.
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.
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 · £1 · 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.
Which Headcorn station do trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells arrive at?
Trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn arrive at Headcorn. Headcorn is from Headcorn city centre.
HeadcornHeadcorn station, Station Road, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9SD+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Headcorn from Headcorn city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation forecourt (Ashford side of the station)
Headcorn train station facilities and services
Headcorn has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headcorn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Headcorn. 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 Headcorn: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Headcorn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headcorn: 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 2 for services away from London direct from station entrance. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Stepped access only to platform 1 for services towards London via the station footbridge. 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.
Train stations for Royal Tunbridge Wells to Headcorn
Check train stations information for Royal Tunbridge Wells and Headcorn, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Royal Tunbridge Wells that goes to Headcorn is Tunbridge Wells, and it arrives at Headcorn.
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