Bradford-on-Avon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bradford-on-Avon

With a population of 9.274, Bradford-on-Avon is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bradford-on-Avon to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Bradford-on-Avon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Timbrell's Yard (49 St Margarets Street) and The Three Gables (St Margaret Street) are great picks.

When to visit Bradford-on-Avon

Bradford-on-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
£89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bradford-on-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
£89
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bradford-on-Avon

Plane

Although Bradford-on-Avon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 33 km from Bradford-on-Avon. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bradford-on-Avon departs from Newcastle upon Tyne and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bradford-on-Avon, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Bradford-on-Avon to Exeter takes 1h 30m and costs around £39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £26 for a 1h 35m trip. Located 0.3 km from the city centre, Bradford-on-Avon is the busiest station in Bradford-on-Avon. Another popular train station is Bradford-on-Avon Avoncliff, located 2.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bradford-on-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 148 km from Bradford-on-Avon. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bradford-on-Avon, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Exeter, the bus ride to Bradford-on-Avon takes 167 km and will cost you around £14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £29 for a journey of 201 km.

Plane

Although Bradford-on-Avon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 33 km from Bradford-on-Avon. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bradford-on-Avon departs from Newcastle upon Tyne and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bradford-on-Avon, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Bradford-on-Avon to Exeter takes 1h 30m and costs around £39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £26 for a 1h 35m trip. Located 0.3 km from the city centre, Bradford-on-Avon is the busiest station in Bradford-on-Avon. Another popular train station is Bradford-on-Avon Avoncliff, located 2.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bradford-on-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 148 km from Bradford-on-Avon. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bradford-on-Avon, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Exeter, the bus ride to Bradford-on-Avon takes 167 km and will cost you around £14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £29 for a journey of 201 km.

Airports near Bradford-on-Avon

Airlines serving Bradford-on-Avon

Lufthansa
Good (7,089 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,344 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,597 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,814 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,603 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,403 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,036 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,787 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,501 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,653 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (785 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,403 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,539 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,282 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,208 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,330 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (835 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,128 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bradford-on-Avon

Most booked hotels in Bradford-on-Avon

Timbrell's Yard
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£89+
Lion and Fiddle
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£70+
Woolley Grange Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£125+
Widbrook Grange
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£97+
The Tollgate Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£89+
The Moonraker Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£70+

Hiring a car in Bradford-on-Avon

Hiring a car in Bradford-on-Avon costs £28 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 4% cheaper than airport locations in Bradford-on-Avon.

Expect to pay £1.39 per litre in Bradford-on-Avon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.67 and £22.22. The most frequently booked car type in Bradford-on-Avon is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Bradford-on-Avon costs £28 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 4% cheaper than airport locations in Bradford-on-Avon.

Expect to pay £1.39 per litre in Bradford-on-Avon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.67 and £22.22. The most frequently booked car type in Bradford-on-Avon is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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