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

Malmesbury travel guide

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You're Going to Love Malmesbury

With a population of 5 207, Malmesbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Malmesbury to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Malmesbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Potting Shed Pub (Crudwell) and The Old Bell Hotel- Abbey Row (The Old Bell Hotel Abbey Row) are great picks.

When to visit Malmesbury

Malmesbury in August
Estimated hotel price
£88
1 night at 3-star hotel
Malmesbury in August
Estimated hotel price
£88
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Malmesbury in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Malmesbury, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Malmesbury

Plane

Although Malmesbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 48 km from Malmesbury. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, American Airlines, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Malmesbury departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Malmesbury, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Malmesbury to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Malmesbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 137 km from Malmesbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Malmesbury, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Malmesbury takes 153 km and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 209 km.

Plane

Although Malmesbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 48 km from Malmesbury. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, American Airlines, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Malmesbury departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Malmesbury, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Malmesbury to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Malmesbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 137 km from Malmesbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Malmesbury, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Malmesbury takes 153 km and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 209 km.

Airports near Malmesbury

BRSBristol
BHXBirmingham
LHRLondon Heathrow

Airlines serving Malmesbury

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 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)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Malmesbury

Average rates range from around £152 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £348 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Malmesbury

Most booked hotels in Malmesbury

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The Horse & Groom Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Whatley Manor
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£348+
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The Close Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£175+
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The Old Bell Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£146+
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The Hare & Hounds Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£104+
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The Ormond At Tetbury
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£110+
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Hiring a car in Malmesbury

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Malmesbury (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. The most frequently booked car type in Malmesbury is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 10% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Malmesbury (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. The most frequently booked car type in Malmesbury is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 10% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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