Aldeburgh travel guide

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You're Going to Love Aldeburgh

With a population of 2,341, Aldeburgh is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Aldeburgh to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Aldeburgh

If you’re looking for affordable options, Seafood & Grill (The Parade) and The White Lion (Market Cross Place) are great picks.

When to visit Aldeburgh

Aldeburgh in October
Estimated hotel price
£97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Aldeburgh in October
Estimated hotel price
£97
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Aldeburgh

Plane

Although Aldeburgh doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norwich Airport (NWI), which is located 63 km from Aldeburgh. The shortest domestic flight to Aldeburgh departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Aldeburgh, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Aldeburgh to Oxford takes 0h 54m and costs around £28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £30 for a 1h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Aldeburgh is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 139 km from Aldeburgh. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Aldeburgh, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Aldeburgh takes 217 km and will cost you around £3. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 225 km.

Plane

Although Aldeburgh doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norwich Airport (NWI), which is located 63 km from Aldeburgh. The shortest domestic flight to Aldeburgh departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Aldeburgh, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Aldeburgh to Oxford takes 0h 54m and costs around £28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £30 for a 1h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Aldeburgh is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 139 km from Aldeburgh. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Aldeburgh, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Aldeburgh takes 217 km and will cost you around £3. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 225 km.

Airports near Aldeburgh

Airlines serving Aldeburgh

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,267 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,947 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (819 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
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Where to stay in Aldeburgh

Average rates range from around £159 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £160 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Aldeburgh

Most booked hotels in Aldeburgh

Tirah Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£136+
The Dolphin Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£144+
The Cross Keys, Aldeburgh
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£130+
Wentworth Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£274+
The White Lion Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£140+
Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£115+

Hiring a car in Aldeburgh

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Aldeburgh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.75. The most frequently booked car type in Aldeburgh is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 90% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Aldeburgh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.75. The most frequently booked car type in Aldeburgh is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 90% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.