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 September
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bradford-on-Avon in September
Estimated hotel price
£68
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, American Airlines, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bradford-on-Avon departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bradford-on-Avon, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Bradford-on-Avon to Haslemere takes 1h 06m and costs around £26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Southampton, expect to pay about £15 for a 1h 17m 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 GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bradford-on-Avon, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Bradford-on-Avon takes 217 km and will cost you around £3. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 217 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, American Airlines, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bradford-on-Avon departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bradford-on-Avon, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Bradford-on-Avon to Haslemere takes 1h 06m and costs around £26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Southampton, expect to pay about £15 for a 1h 17m 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 GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bradford-on-Avon, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Bradford-on-Avon takes 217 km and will cost you around £3. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Bradford-on-Avon

Airlines serving Bradford-on-Avon

Lufthansa
Good (4,677 reviews)
KLM
Good (855 reviews)
SWISS
Good (933 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,522 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,619 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,305 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,583 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,951 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,476 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,834 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,174 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (922 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (824 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 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)
£115+
Widbrook Grange
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£103+
Woolley Grange Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£111+
Lion and Fiddle
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£69+
The Tollgate Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£82+
The Moonraker Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£82+

Hiring a car in Bradford-on-Avon

Hiring a car in Bradford-on-Avon costs £138 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 74% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.82 and £23.76. 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 Compact car hire (Kia Stonic or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Bradford-on-Avon costs £138 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 74% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.82 and £23.76. 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 Compact car hire (Kia Stonic or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.