Introduction
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
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sevenoaks in June
Estimated hotel price
£57
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 Birmingham takes 1h 33m and costs around £26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Brussels, expect to pay about £34 for a 2h 01m 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

You can travel by bus to Sevenoaks using National Express or FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Sevenoaks takes 130 miles and will cost you around £6. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £6 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 Birmingham takes 1h 33m and costs around £26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Brussels, expect to pay about £34 for a 2h 01m 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

You can travel by bus to Sevenoaks using National Express or FlixBus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Sevenoaks takes 130 miles and will cost you around £6. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £6 for a journey of 135 miles.

Airports near Sevenoaks

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Sevenoaks

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,144 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,894 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 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 (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£36+
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Beddington Park Lodge West
0 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£36+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Epsom Downs By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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The Bull Hotel Maidstone/Sevenoaks
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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Donnington Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Vigo Retreat cabin 1
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Hiring a car in Sevenoaks

Hiring a car in Sevenoaks costs £24 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.34 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 £15.99 and £21.31. The most frequently booked car type in Sevenoaks is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mercedes-Benz A-Class or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Sevenoaks costs £24 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.34 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 £15.99 and £21.31. The most frequently booked car type in Sevenoaks is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Mercedes-Benz A-Class or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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