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Outbound fromTunbridge Wells to Hove by train
It takes an average of 2h 47m to travel from Tunbridge Wells to Hove by train, over a distance of around 28 miles (45 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Tunbridge Wells to Hove and tickets for this journey start from £42.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:45 | |
| Departure station | Tunbridge Wells | |
| Arrival station | Hove | |
| Journey time | From 1h 47m | |
| Distance | 28 miles (45 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £42.90 | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern |
About the train journey from Tunbridge Wells to Hove
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The train from Tunbridge Wells to Hove usually takes 2 hours 47 minutes on average to travel 28 miles (45 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 47 minutes. You can expect to find 17 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Hove, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Tunbridge Wells to Hove if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £42.90. 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 Tunbridge Wells to Hove
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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