Bourton-on-the-Water travel guide

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With a population of 3 162, Bourton-on-the-Water is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bourton-on-the-Water to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Bourton-on-the-Water

Bourton-on-the-Water in April
Estimated hotel price
£83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bourton-on-the-Water in April
Estimated hotel price
£83
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bourton-on-the-Water

Plane

When flying to Bourton-on-the-Water, you’ll arrive at Brize Norton (BZZ), which is located 12 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Bourton-on-the-Water departs from Newquay and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bourton-on-the-Water, followed by Train. The train journey from Bourton-on-the-Water to Birmingham takes 1h 33m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £29 for a 1h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bourton-on-the-Water is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 75 miles from Bourton-on-the-Water. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bourton-on-the-Water, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Bourton-on-the-Water takes 135 miles and will cost you around £9. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 135 miles.

Plane

When flying to Bourton-on-the-Water, you’ll arrive at Brize Norton (BZZ), which is located 12 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Bourton-on-the-Water departs from Newquay and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bourton-on-the-Water, followed by Train. The train journey from Bourton-on-the-Water to Birmingham takes 1h 33m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £29 for a 1h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bourton-on-the-Water is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 75 miles from Bourton-on-the-Water. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bourton-on-the-Water, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Bourton-on-the-Water takes 135 miles and will cost you around £9. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 135 miles.

Airports near Bourton-on-the-Water

Airlines serving Bourton-on-the-Water

Lufthansa
Good (4,672 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,606 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,809 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bourton-on-the-Water

Average rates range from around £212 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £285 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bourton-on-the-Water

Most booked hotels in Bourton-on-the-Water

The Bird In Hand Inn, Witney
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£114+
The Old New Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£140+
The Bay Tree Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£120+
Prince of Burford
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£112+
Old Bank Rooms
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£96+
The Blue Boar
4 stars
Excellent (10, Excellent reviews)
£95+

Hiring a car in Bourton-on-the-Water

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Bourton-on-the-Water (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.87 and £23.83. The most frequently booked car type in Bourton-on-the-Water is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Bourton-on-the-Water (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.87 and £23.83. The most frequently booked car type in Bourton-on-the-Water is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.