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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 9 m
Trains on 23 Sept
3
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 3 trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.
13:391h16Royal Tunbridge Wells14:55London Gatwick Airport£131One-way0 changes- 9:101h06Royal Tunbridge Wells10:16London Gatwick Airport£191One-way0 changes
- 8:101h06Royal Tunbridge Wells9:16London Gatwick Airport£201One-way0 changes
- 9:101h06Royal Tunbridge Wells10:16London Gatwick Airport£191One-way0 changes
- 8:101h06Royal Tunbridge Wells9:16London Gatwick Airport£201One-way0 changes
- 13:391h16Royal Tunbridge Wells14:55London Gatwick Airport£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 31 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-23.62. The journey takes 1h 10m versus 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:10 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1h06 | 9:16 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:10 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1h06 | 10:16 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:39 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 1h16 | 14:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:08, the last at 08:08. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 46m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 26 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 8:08 |
Last train 8:08 |
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Train companies: Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport trainsSoutheastern, Southern, Thameslink trains will get you between Royal Tunbridge Wells and London Gatwick Airport from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Royal Tunbridge Wells and London Gatwick Airport
Most Royal Tunbridge Wells to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Tunbridge Wells to London Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Royal Tunbridge Wells and London Gatwick Airport 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.
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:
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.
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