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 Garden Gourmet Hampers (The Stables Chatsworth) are great picks.

When to visit Bakewell

Bakewell in July
Estimated hotel price
£103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bakewell in July
Estimated hotel price
£103
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, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bakewell departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bakewell, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Bakewell to Newcastle upon Tyne takes 2h 57m and costs around £23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £36 for a 3h 10m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 50 miles and will cost you around £11. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £14 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, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bakewell departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bakewell, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Bakewell to Newcastle upon Tyne takes 2h 57m and costs around £23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £36 for a 3h 10m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 50 miles and will cost you around £11. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Bakewell

Airlines serving Bakewell

Lufthansa
Good (6,944 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,319 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,711 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,567 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,895 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,741 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,643 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,422 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (768 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,603 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,193 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,539 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (344 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,908 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,321 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,266 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,061 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,178 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,282 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bakewell

Average rates range from around £120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £99 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bakewell

Most booked hotels in Bakewell

Cavendish Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£240+
The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£118+
Wheatsheaf, Baslow by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£97+
Farmyard Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£88+
The Devonshire Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£108+

Hiring a car in Bakewell

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 £16.10 and £21.46. The most frequently booked car type in Bakewell is Intermediate (Renault Grand Scénic or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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 £16.10 and £21.46. The most frequently booked car type in Bakewell is Intermediate (Renault Grand Scénic or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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