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

Chippenham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Chippenham

With a population of 36,890, Chippenham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Chippenham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Chippenham

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Flambé Restaurant (5 Seagry Road Sutton) and The Catherine Wheel (39 High Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Rising Sun (Station Rd) and Brunel Chippenham (54-55 New Road) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Chippenham.

When to visit Chippenham

Chippenham in October
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chippenham in October
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Chippenham

Plane

Although Chippenham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 26 miles from Chippenham. 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 Chippenham departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Chippenham, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Chippenham 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 Chippenham is called Chippenham, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chippenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 86 miles from Chippenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chippenham, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Chippenham takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Plane

Although Chippenham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 26 miles from Chippenham. 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 Chippenham departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Chippenham, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Chippenham 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 Chippenham is called Chippenham, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Chippenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 86 miles from Chippenham. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Chippenham, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Chippenham takes 95 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 130 miles.

Airports near Chippenham

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
SOUSouthampton Eastleigh

Airlines serving Chippenham

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 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 (9,244 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 (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in Chippenham

Average rates range from around £116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £236 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chippenham

Most booked hotels in Chippenham

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Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£429+
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Bowood Hotel, Spa, and Golf Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£200+
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The Manor House Hotel and Golf Club
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£267+
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The Old House At Home
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Stanton Manor Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Beechfield House
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£128+
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Hiring a car in Chippenham

Hiring a car in Chippenham costs £44 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Chippenham (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 Chippenham is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Chippenham costs £44 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Chippenham (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 Chippenham is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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