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

Henley-on-Thames travel guide

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With a population of 10,747, Henley-on-Thames is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Henley-on-Thames to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Henley-on-Thames

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Plough Shiplake (Reading Road) and Piccolino - Henley-on-Thames (20 Market Pl) are great picks.

When to visit Henley-on-Thames

Henley-on-Thames in March
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Henley-on-Thames in March
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Henley-on-Thames

Plane

Although Henley-on-Thames doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oxford Kidlington (OXF), which is located 28 miles from Henley-on-Thames. The shortest domestic flight to Henley-on-Thames departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Henley-on-Thames, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Henley-on-Thames to Brighton takes 1h 16m and costs around £24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £17 for a 1h 33m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Henley-on-Thames Wargrave, Berks is the busiest station in Henley-on-Thames. Another popular train station is Henley-on-Thames Shiplake, Oxon, located 1.8 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Henley-on-Thames is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 33 miles from Henley-on-Thames. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Henley-on-Thames, including National Express, FlixBus and Oxford Bus Company. From Bristol, the bus ride to Henley-on-Thames takes 135 miles and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £11 for a journey of 135 miles.

Plane

Although Henley-on-Thames doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oxford Kidlington (OXF), which is located 28 miles from Henley-on-Thames. The shortest domestic flight to Henley-on-Thames departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Henley-on-Thames, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Henley-on-Thames to Brighton takes 1h 16m and costs around £24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £17 for a 1h 33m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Henley-on-Thames Wargrave, Berks is the busiest station in Henley-on-Thames. Another popular train station is Henley-on-Thames Shiplake, Oxon, located 1.8 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Henley-on-Thames is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 33 miles from Henley-on-Thames. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Henley-on-Thames, including National Express, FlixBus and Oxford Bus Company. From Bristol, the bus ride to Henley-on-Thames takes 135 miles and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £11 for a journey of 135 miles.

Airports near Henley-on-Thames

BZZBrize Norton
OXFOxford Kidlington

Airlines serving Henley-on-Thames

KLM
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Lufthansa
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Delta
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British Airways
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Turkish Airlines
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SWISS
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Qatar Airways
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Iberia
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United Airlines
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Emirates
Excellent (3,421 reviews)
Air France
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Air Canada
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Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Scandinavian Airlines
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Cathay Pacific
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Finnair
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LOT
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Alaska Airlines
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Singapore Airlines
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Where to stay in Henley-on-Thames

Average rates range from around £155 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £123 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Henley-on-Thames

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The Stag and Huntsman at Hambleden
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£106+
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Badgemore Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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The White Hart
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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The Relais Henley
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£122+
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Hotel du Vin & Bistro Henley-on-Thames
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Rioshouse Henley
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Hiring a car in Henley-on-Thames

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Henley-on-Thames (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.21 and £21.62.

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Henley-on-Thames (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.21 and £21.62.

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