Wilmslow travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wilmslow

With a population of 36,617, Wilmslow is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wilmslow to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Wilmslow

If you’re looking for affordable options, CAU Wilmslow (22 - 24 Water Lane) and Piccolino - Wilmslow (6-12 Swan St) are great picks.

When to visit Wilmslow

Wilmslow in January
Estimated hotel price
£49
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wilmslow in January
Estimated hotel price
£49
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wilmslow

Plane

When flying to Wilmslow, you’ll arrive at Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 4 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Wilmslow include American Airlines, British Airways and Cathay Pacific. The shortest domestic flight to Wilmslow departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wilmslow, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Wilmslow to Liverpool takes 0h 37m and costs around £11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £6 for a 1h 17m trip. Located 2.4 km from the city centre, Wilmslow Handforth is the busiest station in Wilmslow. Another popular train station is Wilmslow Styal, located 2.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wilmslow is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 248 km from Wilmslow. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wilmslow, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Wilmslow takes 72 km and will cost you around £6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 108 km.

Plane

When flying to Wilmslow, you’ll arrive at Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 4 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Wilmslow include American Airlines, British Airways and Cathay Pacific. The shortest domestic flight to Wilmslow departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wilmslow, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Wilmslow to Liverpool takes 0h 37m and costs around £11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £6 for a 1h 17m trip. Located 2.4 km from the city centre, Wilmslow Handforth is the busiest station in Wilmslow. Another popular train station is Wilmslow Styal, located 2.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wilmslow is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 248 km from Wilmslow. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wilmslow, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Wilmslow takes 72 km and will cost you around £6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 108 km.

Airports near Wilmslow

Airlines serving Wilmslow

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wilmslow

Most booked hotels in Wilmslow

Holiday Inn Express Stockport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£79+
Wilmslow Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£78+
The Stanneylands
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£90+
Best Western Plus Pinewood Manchester Airport-Wilmslow Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£75+
King William Rooms
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
£79+
Best Western Manchester Altrincham Cresta Court Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
£62+

Hiring a car in Wilmslow

Hiring a car in Wilmslow costs £27 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Wilmslow.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Wilmslow (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. Mini (Seat Mii or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Wilmslow, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Wilmslow costs £27 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Wilmslow.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Wilmslow (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. Mini (Seat Mii or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Wilmslow, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.