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Outbound fromSouthampton Central to Tunbridge Wells by train
It takes an average of 6h 5m to travel from Southampton Central to Tunbridge Wells by train, over a distance of around 74 miles (120 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Southampton Central to Tunbridge Wells and tickets for this journey start from £21.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:59 | |
| Departure station | Southampton Central | |
| Arrival station | Tunbridge Wells | |
| Journey time | From 2h 53m | |
| Distance | 74 miles (120 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £21.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern |
About the train journey from Southampton Central to Tunbridge Wells
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The train from Southampton Central to Tunbridge Wells usually takes 6 hours 5 minutes on average to travel 74 miles (120 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 53 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Tunbridge Wells, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southeastern, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Southampton Central to Tunbridge Wells if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £21.70. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Tunbridge Wells
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Southampton Central to Tunbridge Wells is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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