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

Henley-on-Thames travel guide

Henley-on-Thames Tourism | Henley-on-Thames 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
£74
1 night at 3-star hotel
Henley-on-Thames in March
Estimated hotel price
£74
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 44 km 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 4 km 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 2.8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Henley-on-Thames is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 54 km from Henley-on-Thames. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Henley-on-Thames, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Henley-on-Thames takes 217 km and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £11 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

Although Henley-on-Thames doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oxford Kidlington (OXF), which is located 44 km 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 4 km 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 2.8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Henley-on-Thames is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 54 km from Henley-on-Thames. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Henley-on-Thames, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Henley-on-Thames takes 217 km and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £11 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Henley-on-Thames

Airlines serving Henley-on-Thames

KLM
Good (1,423 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,539 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,063 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,797 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,036 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,050 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,498 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,481 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,312 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,589 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,072 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,140 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,363 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,410 reviews)
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Where to stay in Henley-on-Thames

Average rates range from around £158 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

Most booked hotels in Henley-on-Thames

The Stag and Huntsman at Hambleden
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£106+
Badgemore Park
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£105+
The White Hart
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£72+
The Relais Henley
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£120+
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Henley-on-Thames
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£98+
Rioshouse Henley
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£78+

Hiring a car in Henley-on-Thames

Hiring a car in Henley-on-Thames costs £35 per day, on average.

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 £16.26 and £21.67.

Hiring a car in Henley-on-Thames costs £35 per day, on average.

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 £16.26 and £21.67.