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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Tunbridge Wells (TBW) on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.
5:17 PM3h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:23 PMTunbridge Wells (TBW)$961One-way0 transfers
- 5:17 PM3h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:23 PMTunbridge Wells (TBW)$961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW):
A bus is $71 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) costing on average $93 (€76).
Other travel options to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 55m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 59m by train vs 3h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $93 (€76) compared to roughly $58 (€47) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h06 | 8:23 PM Tunbridge Wells (TBW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 8:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Tunbridge Wells (TBW) from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) 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 Tunbridge Wells (TBW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Tunbridge Wells (TBW) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Tunbridge Wells station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Tunbridge Wells (TBW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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.
Most popular train connections from Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most popular trains to and from Tunbridge Wells (TBW) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most popular train connections to Tunbridge Wells (TBW)
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