Maidenhead travel guide

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You're Going to Love Maidenhead

With a population of 59 463, Maidenhead is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Maidenhead to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Maidenhead

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mediterranevm Bray (Bray Marina Monkey Island Ln) and El Cerdo Maidenhead (The Colonnade) are great picks.

When to visit Maidenhead

Maidenhead in December
Estimated hotel price
£118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maidenhead in December
Estimated hotel price
£118
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Maidenhead

Plane

When flying to Maidenhead, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Maidenhead departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Maidenhead, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Maidenhead 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. Located 2.7 km from the city centre, Maidenhead Taplow is the busiest station in Maidenhead. Another popular train station is Maidenhead Furze Platt, Bucks, located 1.2 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Maidenhead is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 41 km from Maidenhead. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

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

Plane

When flying to Maidenhead, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Maidenhead departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Maidenhead, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Maidenhead 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. Located 2.7 km from the city centre, Maidenhead Taplow is the busiest station in Maidenhead. Another popular train station is Maidenhead Furze Platt, Bucks, located 1.2 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Maidenhead is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 41 km from Maidenhead. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

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

Airports near Maidenhead

Airlines serving Maidenhead

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 Maidenhead

Average rates range from around £147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £373 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maidenhead

Most booked hotels in Maidenhead

Premier Inn Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£71+
Cliveden House - an Iconic Luxury Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£534+
Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£148+
Leonardo London Heathrow Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£93+
The Olde Bell, BW Signature Collection
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£59+
Taplow House Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£122+

Hiring a car in Maidenhead

Hiring a car in Maidenhead costs £38 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Maidenhead (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 Maidenhead is Mini (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Standard Car or similar) is, on average, 77% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Maidenhead costs £38 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Maidenhead (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 Maidenhead is Mini (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Standard Car or similar) is, on average, 77% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.