What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Tunbridge Wells?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Railway Station via Gatwick South Terminal and War Memorial. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Tunbridge Wells?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Tunbridge Wells via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells?

The distance between Cardiff and Tunbridge Wells is 182 miles. The road distance is 180.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells bus from?

Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells train from?

Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells bus arrive?

Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at South Terminal Coach Station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Tunbridge Wells?

Tunbridge Wells is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 6:32 PM in Cardiff and 7:32 PM in Tunbridge Wells.

Where does the Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells train arrive?

Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells?

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Where can I stay near Tunbridge Wells?

There are 1070+ hotels available in Tunbridge Wells.

Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Tunbridge WellsLondon Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells / ...
3h 18m
£57–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to South Terminal Coach StationUk940
7h 28m
£17–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Tunbridge WellsLondon Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells / ...
5h 16m
£18–66
Drive 179.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells179.3 mi
3h 18m
£45–64
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Tunbridge Wells
7h 22m
£226–682
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)BRS - LGW
6h 45m
£96–231
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Tunbridge Wells
7h 7m
£253–574

Cardiff to Tunbridge Wells by train and subway

193Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.4 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Tunbridge Wells, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Tunbridge Wells via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to South Terminal Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £12–30 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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