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

Esher travel guide

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You're Going to Love Esher

With a population of 52’392, Esher is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Esher to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Esher

Shine bright. Live your light
Sports & Fitness•Spa/Wellness

Where to Eat in Esher

If you’re looking for affordable options, Good Earth - Esher (14 - 18 High Street) and Marney's Village Inn (Alma Road) are great picks.

When to visit Esher

Esher in April
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel
Esher in April
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Esher

Plane

When flying to Esher, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Esher departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Esher, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Esher to Brighton takes 1h 06m and costs around £8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Brussels, expect to pay about £34 for a 2h 01m trip. Located 1.9 km from the city centre, Esher Hinchley Wood is the busiest station in Esher. Another popular train station is Esher Claygate, located 1.6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Esher is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 22 km from Esher. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Esher using National Express or FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Esher takes 217 km and will cost you around £10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 233 km.

Plane

When flying to Esher, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Esher departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Esher, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Esher to Brighton takes 1h 06m and costs around £8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Brussels, expect to pay about £34 for a 2h 01m trip. Located 1.9 km from the city centre, Esher Hinchley Wood is the busiest station in Esher. Another popular train station is Esher Claygate, located 1.6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Esher is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 22 km from Esher. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Esher using National Express or FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Esher takes 217 km and will cost you around £10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 233 km.

Airports near Esher

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Esher

Lufthansa
Good (8,000 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,979 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,366 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,945 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,034 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (407 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,439 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Esher

Most booked hotels in Esher

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The Foley
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£109+
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West End Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£130+
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Holiday Inn Express London Heathrow T4 By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£158+
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Holiday Inn London - Heathrow Bath Road By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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The Bear Esher
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£121+
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Hiring a car in Esher

Hiring a car in Esher costs £29 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Esher (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.90 and £25.20.

Hiring a car in Esher costs £29 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Esher (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.90 and £25.20.