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 January
Estimated hotel price
£91
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cirencester in January
Estimated hotel price
£91
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 15 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Cirencester departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cirencester, followed by Eurostar. The train station in Cirencester is called Cirencester Kemble, and is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cirencester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 81 miles from Cirencester. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cirencester, including National Express, FlixBus and Bus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Cirencester takes 120 miles and will cost you around £6. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 140 miles.

Plane

When flying to Cirencester, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 15 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Cirencester departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cirencester, followed by Eurostar. The train station in Cirencester is called Cirencester Kemble, and is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Cirencester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 81 miles from Cirencester. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cirencester, including National Express, FlixBus and Bus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Cirencester takes 120 miles and will cost you around £6. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 140 miles.

Airports near Cirencester

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
LHRLondon Heathrow

Airlines serving Cirencester

KLM
Good (1,475 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,805 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,313 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,261 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,146 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,451 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,544 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,720 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,821 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,169 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,221 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cirencester

Average rates range from around £115 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £130 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 (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£137+
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De Vere Cotswold Water Park Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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The Fleece at Cirencester
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£130+
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De Vere Cotswold Water Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Hiring a car in Cirencester

Hiring a car in Cirencester costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.33 and £21.78. The most frequently booked car type in Cirencester is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cirencester costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.33 and £21.78. The most frequently booked car type in Cirencester is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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