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

Cirencester travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cirencester

With a population of 16,214, Cirencester is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cirencester to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Cirencester

If you’re looking for affordable options, Téatro (5 Beeches Road) and Bathurst Arms (North Cerney) are great picks.

When to visit Cirencester

Cirencester in March
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cirencester in March
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cirencester

Plane

When flying to Cirencester, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 23 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Cirencester departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cirencester, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Cirencester to Cambridge takes 1h 06m and costs around £27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £28 for a 1h 28m trip. The train station in Cirencester is called Cirencester Kemble, and is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cirencester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 130 km from Cirencester. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cirencester, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Cirencester takes 217 km and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

When flying to Cirencester, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 23 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Cirencester departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cirencester, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Cirencester to Cambridge takes 1h 06m and costs around £27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £28 for a 1h 28m trip. The train station in Cirencester is called Cirencester Kemble, and is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cirencester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 130 km from Cirencester. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cirencester, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Cirencester takes 217 km and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Cirencester

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
LHRLondon Heathrow

Airlines serving Cirencester

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,570 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,515 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,044 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,010 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,407 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,281 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,400 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cirencester

Average rates range from around £101 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £120 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cirencester

Most booked hotels in Cirencester

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Wild Thyme & Honey
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£172+
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De Vere Cotswold Water Park Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£94+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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The Fleece at Cirencester
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£120+
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De Vere Cotswold Water Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Stratton House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Hiring a car in Cirencester

Hiring a car in Cirencester costs £31 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.33 per litre in Cirencester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.96 and £21.28. The most frequently booked car type in Cirencester is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 38% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cirencester costs £31 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.33 per litre in Cirencester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.96 and £21.28. The most frequently booked car type in Cirencester is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 38% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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