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

Broadstairs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Broadstairs

With a population of 23.283, Broadstairs is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Broadstairs to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Broadstairs

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jetty Broadstairs (Pier Head Kiosk, The Harbour, Broadstairs CT10 1JU) and Yarrow Restaurant (Ramsgate Road) are great picks.

When to visit Broadstairs

Broadstairs in January
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel
Broadstairs in January
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Broadstairs

Plane

Although Broadstairs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 102 km from Broadstairs. The shortest domestic flight to Broadstairs departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Broadstairs, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Broadstairs to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. The train station in Broadstairs is called Broadstairs, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Broadstairs is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 110 km from Broadstairs. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Broadstairs, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Broadstairs takes 153 km and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 209 km. The most popular bus station is Broadstairs St Peter's, located 1.4 km from the city centre of Broadstairs. Broadstairs Broadstairs is also a commonly used station, and is 1.5 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Broadstairs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 102 km from Broadstairs. The shortest domestic flight to Broadstairs departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Broadstairs, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Broadstairs to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. The train station in Broadstairs is called Broadstairs, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Broadstairs is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 110 km from Broadstairs. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Broadstairs, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Broadstairs takes 153 km and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 209 km. The most popular bus station is Broadstairs St Peter's, located 1.4 km from the city centre of Broadstairs. Broadstairs Broadstairs is also a commonly used station, and is 1.5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Broadstairs

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Broadstairs

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Broadstairs

Average rates range from around £124 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £131 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Broadstairs

Most booked hotels in Broadstairs

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Shenandoah House
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£101+
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The Guest House Broadstairs
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£117+
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Yarrow Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£108+
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Botany Bay Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£111+
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Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Hiring a car in Broadstairs

Hiring a car in Broadstairs costs £41 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Broadstairs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Broadstairs is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Vauxhall Astra or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Broadstairs costs £41 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Broadstairs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Broadstairs is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Vauxhall Astra or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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