Trains to Tonbridge

A far cry from its rural, market town medieval past, these days Tonbridge is an essential thoroughfare between two commuter lines that serve Tunbridge Wells, Hastings, Dover, Ashford, and Ramsgate. It also offers direct links to London Kings Cross,

The railway trundled its way into Tonbridge in 1842, transforming the sleepy town and putting it within commuting distance of London and the rest of Kent. Despite its small size, the station is actually one of the busiest stations in the UK outside of London.

Tonbridge Train Station offers a range of amenities and services to its passengers, including:

• A ticket office (opening times: Monday to Friday: 5.40am – 9.40pm; Saturday: 5.40am – 8.10pm; Sunday: 6.30am – 8.30pm). You can book train tickets as well as monthly and annual season ticketsat the ticket office.
• Self-service ticket machines and accessible ticket machines. Plus, you can collect tickets you have bought online from the self-service machines.
• Step-free access to all platforms.
• Boards to check the real-time train timetable.
• Shops and hospitality.
• Post boxes and public telephones.
• 220 bicycle storage stands.

Tonbridge Train Station is conveniently located for easy access to and from the town centre, which is just a ten-minute walk away, making it simple to navigate the area. For those looking to travel further or prefer public transport, the station is well-served by local buses, and taxis are readily available outside the station. This setup ensures that visitors and commuters can efficiently reach their destinations, whether staying in town or exploring the surrounding areas.

Tonbridge Train Station provides services to London Charing Cross and various southeast and south coast destinations, including Hastings, Dover Priory, Sevenoaks, and Ramsgate. It is also the terminus of the Redhill to Tonbridge Line, offering multiple travel routes for passengers seeking regional and coastal connections.

London Charing Cross to Tonbridge Train Station

The journey from London Charing Cross to Tonbridge takes approximately one hour and twenty minutes with Southeastern. There are four trains per hour.

London Bridge to Tonbridge Train Station

Travelling from London Bridge to Tonbridge takes around one hour and eleven minutes with Southeastern.

Ramsgate to Tonbridge Train Station

With Southeastern, the journey from Ramsgate to Tonbridge takes between thirty-six and forty-six minutes. There is one train per hour.

London Victoria to Tonbridge Train Station

Getting from London Victoria to Tonbridge takes one hour and forty minutes with Southeastern.

Southeastern and Southern are the main operators at this station. Southeastern serves routes into London, like Charing Cross, London Victoria, and London Bridge, and regional destinations to places like Hastings, Sevenoaks, and Paddock Wood.

Southern runs on the Redhill to Tonbridge line, serving destinations like Redhill, Godstone, Penhurst and Leigh.

Tonbridge is a great little town, with so much to see and explore. It’s the perfect day trip from busy London.

Conveniently located near Tonbridge Train Station, the High Street is home to some of the town's best pubs, bars, shops, and restaurants, and it leads across the River Medway towards Tonbridge Castle. The castle is just a short walk from the station, allowing easy access for visitors. Built in the 11th century during the Norman invasion, Tonbridge Castle is one of the UK's finest examples of a motte-and-bailey castle. It hosts events throughout the year, including live music and theatre performances during the summer months, and entry to the castle grounds is free.

For those looking to enjoy the Kent countryside, Tonbridge offers beautiful walking routes through Haysden Country Park, Dene Park, and Tudeley Woods, all of which are a short drive or bus ride from the train station. These locations provide a perfect opportunity to soak up the stunning English landscape, with plenty of pubs along the way to enhance the experience.

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How long is the journey from Tonbridge to London Charing Cross?

The journey usually takes around one hour and twenty minutes when travelling directly with Southeastern.

What is the station code for Tonbridge Train Station?

The station code for Tonbridge Train Station is TON.

What is the postcode for Tonbridge Train Station?

The full address for the station is Barden Road, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1TT.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.