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 Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Sevenoaks, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Sevenoaks to Southampton takes 1h 40m and costs around £37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about £40 for a 2h 00m 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 Turo and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sevenoaks, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Sevenoaks takes 130 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 135 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 Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Sevenoaks, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Sevenoaks to Southampton takes 1h 40m and costs around £37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about £40 for a 2h 00m 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 Turo and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sevenoaks, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Sevenoaks takes 130 miles and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 135 miles.

Airports near Sevenoaks

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Sevenoaks

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,508 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,978 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,461 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,771 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,022 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,996 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,991 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,380 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (860 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,337 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,281 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,132 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,136 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,034 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,383 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)
£37+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Epsom Downs By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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The Bull Hotel Maidstone/Sevenoaks
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Beddington Park Lodge West
0 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£37+
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Donnington Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Holiday Inn London - Sutton By IHG
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£73+
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Hiring a car in Sevenoaks

Hiring a car in Sevenoaks costs £21 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 £21.46. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Sevenoaks, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Sevenoaks costs £21 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 £21.46. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Sevenoaks, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

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