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Explore Eastbourne, Hastings, and East Sussex's villages by bus.

Tunbridge Wells buses

For an old-meets-new jaunt, head to Tunbridge Wells. The royal town offers retail therapy, picturesque gardens, castles and much more. Whether it’s a half-term treat or a couple’s getaway, you’ll enjoy it here. Take the hassle out of getting to Tunbridge Wells by using the bus. You’ll get there for less with Stagecoach. 

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Tunbridge Wells bus tickets and bus passes

Explore Tunbridge Wells and the South East by bus.

Bus travel has never been such great value! All our single fares are currently capped at just £3 thanks the the UK government's national fare cap.

Unlimited travel comes easily for adults, children and young people with a Stagecoach DayRider ticket. If you’re under 19, you can enjoy discounts with a valid ID. Travel to Tunbridge Wells from Eastbourne or Hastings and more on one ticket – simply buy on the bus or on the Stagecoach mobile app. 

Explore the region for even longer with our 7-day ticket, available to buy on the mobile app or on the bus. If you’re sticking around for longer, you can upgrade your passes to a four-week MegaRider – great for longer trips or commuting.

For student discounts, head to our StudentRider page, where you’ll find Eastbourne and South East StudentRider savings for the whole year.

Alternatively, those of State Pension age or with a disability may qualify for free travel. All you need to do is ask your local council for a concessionary pass and we’ll do the rest. If you don’t qualify, don’t panic – you can still get around for less thanks to our DayRider, EveningRider and MegaRider tickets.

Explore the attractions in Heathfield

The market town of Heathfield is home to family-friendly attractions, including a trampoline park and adventure farm. You can get to Heathfield on the 51, which leaves from Victoria Place every 30 minutes.

Flexibility in tickets

With such a wide variety of bus tickets on offer, there’s no need to splash out on a taxi. Our Flexi tickets allow you to buy bundles of tickets so you can travel when it suits you, perfect for hybrid workers or tourists looking to explore further afield.

Enjoy the great outdoors

More of an outdoorsy type? See areas of outstanding natural beauty and a gorgeous nature reserve in Hurst Green. Get there on the number 1066, which departs from Victoria Place every hour.

Travel to Hastings

Discover the historical town of Hastings by bus. Once the site of the famous 1066 battle, the town also boasts smugglers' caves, a stunning coastline, and artsy old town streets. Hop aboard our aptly named 1066 route and enjoy a day beside the seaside.

Catching your bus in Tunbridge Wells

There is no bus station in Tunbridge Wells, but you can catch Stagecoach routes from Victoria Place in the town centre. This is a bus only pedestrianised zone, so there’s no danger of getting caught in traffic. The area also has a local high street with facilities including cafés, shops, and restaurants.

Please ensure you arrive at your bus stop around 10 to 15 minutes before your bus departure time. If you don’t know when your next bus is, you can find more information on the Stagecoach mobile app.

Travel in Tunbridge Wells

Tunbridge Wells is on a mainline route into London, so its train station can become very busy at commuting hours. To avoid peak travel fares, enjoy unlimited journeys with Stagecoach instead. You’ll find discounts across our daily, monthly and multi-week tickets.

What’s more, there’s no need to worry about paper tickets. Simply download the Stagecoach mobile app, download your tickets, and check your journey on its live map. Whether you’re getting from A to B or just visiting, we've got you. 

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