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London Waterloo East to Royal Tunbridge Wells train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Waterloo East to Royal Tunbridge Wells? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £21.20, with average prices for this route around £21.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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00:02
London Waterloo East
06:31
Tunbridge Wells
6h 29m, No directSouth Western RailwaySouthernSoutheastern
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06:00
London Waterloo East
06:55
Tunbridge Wells
55m, DirectSoutheastern
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06:44
London Waterloo East
07:39
Tunbridge Wells
55m, DirectSoutheastern
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07:18
London Waterloo East
08:12
Tunbridge Wells
54m, DirectSoutheastern
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07:29
London Waterloo East
08:24
Tunbridge Wells
55m, DirectSoutheastern
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07:46
London Waterloo East
08:43
Paris
57m, DirectSoutheastern
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London Waterloo East to Royal Tunbridge Wells train route details

First train
First train
00:02
Last train
Last train
23:33
Departure station
Departure station
London Waterloo East
Arrival station
Arrival station
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Journey time
Journey time
48m
Distance
Distance
31 miles
Price
Price
£21.20*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo East to Royal Tunbridge Wells

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London Waterloo East and Royal Tunbridge Wells, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Waterloo East to Royal Tunbridge Wells can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London Waterloo East to Royal Tunbridge Wells, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Waterloo East to Royal Tunbridge Wells more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo East to Royal Tunbridge Wells train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.