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

Sevenoaks travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sevenoaks

With a population of 27,871, Sevenoaks is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Sevenoaks to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Sevenoaks

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Vine Restaurant (11 Pound Lane) and The Plough at Ivy Hatch (High Cross Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Vineyard Wrotham (London Rd) and Côte Brasserie - Sevenoaks (22 London Road) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Sevenoaks.

When to visit Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks in June
Estimated hotel price
£58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sevenoaks in June
Estimated hotel price
£58
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sevenoaks

Plane

Although Sevenoaks doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 18 miles from Sevenoaks. The shortest domestic flight to Sevenoaks departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Sevenoaks, followed by Train. The train journey from Sevenoaks to Cambridge takes 1h 06m and costs around £27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £15 for a 1h 28m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Sevenoaks Kemsing is the busiest station in Sevenoaks. Another popular train station is Sevenoaks Bat And Ball, located 1.2 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sevenoaks is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 21 miles from Sevenoaks. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sevenoaks, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Sevenoaks takes 135 miles and will cost you around £8. From Paris, the ticket costs about £3 for a journey of 575 miles.

Plane

Although Sevenoaks doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 18 miles from Sevenoaks. The shortest domestic flight to Sevenoaks departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Sevenoaks, followed by Train. The train journey from Sevenoaks to Cambridge takes 1h 06m and costs around £27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £15 for a 1h 28m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Sevenoaks Kemsing is the busiest station in Sevenoaks. Another popular train station is Sevenoaks Bat And Ball, located 1.2 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sevenoaks is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 21 miles from Sevenoaks. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sevenoaks, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Sevenoaks takes 135 miles and will cost you around £8. From Paris, the ticket costs about £3 for a journey of 575 miles.

Airports near Sevenoaks

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Sevenoaks

Lufthansa
Good (7,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,129 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,656 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,953 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,834 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,856 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (813 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,717 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,394 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sevenoaks

Most booked hotels in Sevenoaks

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Beddington Park Lodge East
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£36+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Epsom Downs
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Beddington Park Lodge West
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£37+
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The Bull Hotel Maidstone/Sevenoaks
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Donnington Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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Vigo Retreat cabin 1
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Hiring a car in Sevenoaks

Hiring a car in Sevenoaks costs £48 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Sevenoaks (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.10 and £21.47. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Sevenoaks, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Sevenoaks costs £48 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Sevenoaks (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.10 and £21.47. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Sevenoaks, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

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