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

Consett travel guide

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You're Going to Love Consett

With a population of 21,016, Consett is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Consett to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Consett

If you’re looking for affordable options, Soamis Trio (23 Newmarket St) and Sweetharts Bistro (101 Durham Road Blackhill) are great picks.

When to visit Consett

Consett in September
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Consett in September
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Consett

Plane

When flying to Consett, you’ll arrive at Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 22 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Consett include American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Consett departs from Bristol and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Consett, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Consett to London takes 2h 47m and costs around £179 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £45 for a 3h 26m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Consett is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 155 km from Consett. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Consett, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Consett takes 185 km and will cost you around £8. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 249 km.

Plane

When flying to Consett, you’ll arrive at Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 22 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Consett include American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Consett departs from Bristol and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Consett, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Consett to London takes 2h 47m and costs around £179 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £45 for a 3h 26m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Consett is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 155 km from Consett. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Consett, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Consett takes 185 km and will cost you around £8. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 249 km.

Airports near Consett

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Consett

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 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)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Consett

Most booked hotels in Consett

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South Causey Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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The Anchor Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, Bw Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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The Diamond Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£110+
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The Punch Bowl
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
£60+
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Hiring a car in Consett

Hiring a car in Consett costs £27 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Consett.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Consett (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. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Consett, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Consett costs £27 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Consett.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Consett (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. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Consett, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

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