Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bakewell travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bakewell

With a population of 3,758, Bakewell is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bakewell to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Bakewell

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cavendish Restaurant at Chatsworth (Chatsworth) and Chatsworth Picnics (Chatsworth Estate Trading Ltd) are great picks.

When to visit Bakewell

Bakewell in June
Estimated hotel price
£93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bakewell in June
Estimated hotel price
£93
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bakewell

Plane

Although Bakewell doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 27 miles from Bakewell. Birmingham Airport (UK) 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 Bakewell departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bakewell, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Bakewell to London takes 3h 10m and costs around £36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £51 for a 3h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bakewell is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 135 miles from Bakewell. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bakewell, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Bakewell takes 65 miles and will cost you around £15. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 70 miles.

Plane

Although Bakewell doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 27 miles from Bakewell. Birmingham Airport (UK) 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 Bakewell departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bakewell, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Bakewell to London takes 3h 10m and costs around £36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £51 for a 3h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bakewell is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 135 miles from Bakewell. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bakewell, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Bakewell takes 65 miles and will cost you around £15. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Bakewell

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Bakewell

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,618 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,084 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,807 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,089 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,043 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,329 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,602 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,090 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bakewell

Average rates range from around £128 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £136 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bakewell

Most booked hotels in Bakewell

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The Ashford Arms
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£121+
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The Rutland Arms Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£113+
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Bagshaw Hall
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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Wheatsheaf, Baslow by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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Castle Inn
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£84+
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Hiring a car in Bakewell

Hiring a car in Bakewell costs £46 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 48% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Bakewell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.11 and £21.48.

Hiring a car in Bakewell costs £46 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 48% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Bakewell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.11 and £21.48.