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Royal Tunbridge Wells to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Royal Tunbridge Wells to York trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 20:10 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 4h03 | 0:13 York | 2 changes | |
| 21:40 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 4h08 | 1:48 York | 2 changes | |
| 22:40 Royal Tunbridge Wells | 9h22 | 8:02 York | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York
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Take a train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York and enjoy the approximately 327 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:30.
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 327 km |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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.
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Train companies: Southeastern from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Royal Tunbridge Wells and York. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£127
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller northern cities, but usually below London. Walking helps keep local transport costs low.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, but small change is appreciated.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
York Railway Station -> York Minster, York
- Distance
- 0.9 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Tap On Tap Off with contactless works on First Bus services in York and caps adult travel at the day ticket price.
- York city buses are run by several operators, so check whether your ticket is operator-specific before you board.
FAQs: Royal Tunbridge Wells to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York is 327 km.
The first train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York leaves at 4:40.
The last train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York departs at 21:30.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York.
There is no night train service from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York.
Booking trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring rolling countryside views, quaint villages, and historical landmarks, particularly as the train moves through the picturesque landscapes of North Yorkshire.
Yes, you can take the train from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Royal Tunbridge Wells and York
Most Royal Tunbridge Wells to York trains use the High Brooms to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Royal Tunbridge Wells and York 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 York
Which Royal Tunbridge Wells station do trains to York leave from?
Trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York leave from High Brooms. The station is 2 km from Royal Tunbridge Wells city centre at High Brooms station, North Farm Road, High Brooms, Kent, TN2 3XE.
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 · £0.90 · 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.
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.
Which York station do trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells arrive at?
Trains from Royal Tunbridge Wells to York arrive at York. York is 1 km from York city centre.
YorkYork station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to York from York city centre
BusY12, Y14, 15, X15 · 4m · £3 · every ~4 min
37 · 7m
Cs · 28m · £4 · every ~5 min
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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