The Lamberhurst–Penshurst Route

Penshurst is further out than Wadhurst or Goudhurst, so we treat it as one of our long-distance village routes rather than a short local hop. Penshurst Place's own visitor directions describe the standard approach from the M25 as leaving Junction 5 onto the A21 towards Tonbridge, then exiting at Hildenborough and following the brown tourist signs — the same general direction we'd use starting from Lamberhurst. For reference, Penshurst sits around 7 miles from Tunbridge Wells and about 6 miles from Tonbridge, which gives a sense of how it sits relative to Lamberhurst without us stating a precise figure we haven't independently confirmed.

The village's genuine landmark is Penshurst Place itself — a fortified manor house dating from 1341, still home to the Sidney family, and one of the best-preserved medieval halls in the country. Its address is Penshurst Place, Penshurst, Tonbridge, Kent TN11 8DG.

How far is Penshurst from Lamberhurst? Penshurst sits roughly 7 miles from Tunbridge Wells and 6 miles from Tonbridge — genuinely further out than Wadhurst or Goudhurst, which is why C Line Cars treats it as a longer-distance village route with its own fixed quote rather than a short local fare.

Booking a Penshurst Taxi

1.Get in touch. Call, WhatsApp, or use the quote form with your pick-up point and time.
2.Get a fixed price. Confirmed before you travel — see our full fares for reference.
3.We pick you up. On time, at the agreed spot, for the agreed fare.

Vehicle Options

Standard Saloon

Comfortable for up to 4 passengers with normal luggage — the right choice for most Penshurst trips, including a visit to Penshurst Place or a station connection.

Larger Vehicle (Group Travel)

For a bigger group visiting Penshurst Place, a wedding party, or extra luggage over this longer route, ask about our larger vehicle option when you book.

Penshurst Fares

JourneyEst. FareEst. Time
Lamberhurst to PenshurstContact for a fixed quoteContact for an estimate
Penshurst Station to Penshurst PlaceContact for a fixed quoteA few minutes — avoids the 2.5-mile roadside walk

We accept cash and card/contactless payment — mention your preference when you book. Fares can vary with pick-up time, vehicle type and exact address. Page last updated: September 2026.

Penshurst Taxi — FAQs

How much does a taxi from Lamberhurst to Penshurst cost?

There's no published fixed fare for this route yet, since Penshurst is one of our longer-distance village journeys rather than a short local hop. Call 01892 308080 or use the online quote form and C Line Cars will confirm a fixed price before you travel.

Do I need a taxi from Penshurst railway station to Penshurst Place?

Yes, if you're visiting Penshurst Place — the station is about 2.5 miles away on roads with no footpath, so it isn't a practical walk with luggage or after a train journey. A pre-booked taxi covers that gap directly, on top of the wider journey from Lamberhurst.

Can I book a Penshurst taxi to Heathrow or Gatwick?

Yes. C Line Cars runs fixed-price airport transfers to all five London airports from Lamberhurst and the surrounding villages, including Penshurst. Call or use the quote form with your Penshurst pick-up point and we'll confirm a fixed fare before you book.

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