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

Royston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Royston

With a population of 14,895, Royston is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Royston to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Royston

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fox & Hounds Barley (High Street Barley) and The Red Cow (The Red Cow) are great picks.

When to visit Royston

Royston in May
Estimated hotel price
£44
1 night at 3-star hotel
Royston in May
Estimated hotel price
£44
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Royston

Plane

When flying to Royston, you’ll arrive at Cambridge (CBG), which is located 22 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Royston departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royston, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royston 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. Located 8 km from the city centre, Royston Shepreth is the busiest station in Royston. Another popular train station is Royston Meldreth, located 5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Royston is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 61 km from Royston. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

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

Plane

When flying to Royston, you’ll arrive at Cambridge (CBG), which is located 22 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Royston departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Royston, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Royston 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. Located 8 km from the city centre, Royston Shepreth is the busiest station in Royston. Another popular train station is Royston Meldreth, located 5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Royston is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 61 km from Royston. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

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

Airports near Royston

CBGCambridge

Airlines serving Royston

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 popular areas of Royston

Most booked hotels in Royston

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Clopton Courtyard Cambridge
0 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£198+
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Hyatt Centric Cambridge
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Novotel Cambridge North
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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ibis Cambridge Central Station
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Banyers House
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£145+
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Orchard House
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Hiring a car in Royston

Hiring a car in Royston costs £23 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Royston (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 Royston is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Honda CR-V or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Royston costs £23 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Royston (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 Royston is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Honda CR-V or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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