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

Solihull travel guide

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You're Going to Love Solihull

With a population of 96,267, Solihull is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Solihull to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Solihull

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Forest Bar & Restaurant (25 Station Approach, Dorridge) and Cheal's Restaurant and Bar (1630 High Street, Knowle) are great picks.

When to visit Solihull

Solihull in December
Estimated hotel price
£65
1 night at 3-star hotel
Solihull in December
Estimated hotel price
£65
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Solihull

Plane

When flying to Solihull, you’ll arrive at Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Solihull include British Airways, Aer Lingus and easyJet. The shortest domestic flight to Solihull departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Solihull. Located 5 miles from the city centre, Solihull Earlswood is the busiest station in Solihull. Another popular train station is Solihull Dorridge, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Solihull is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 94 miles from Solihull. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Solihull using FlixBus or National Express. From Nottingham, the bus ride to Solihull takes 110 miles and will cost you around £4. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 115 miles.

Plane

When flying to Solihull, you’ll arrive at Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Solihull include British Airways, Aer Lingus and easyJet. The shortest domestic flight to Solihull departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Solihull. Located 5 miles from the city centre, Solihull Earlswood is the busiest station in Solihull. Another popular train station is Solihull Dorridge, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Solihull is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 94 miles from Solihull. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Solihull using FlixBus or National Express. From Nottingham, the bus ride to Solihull takes 110 miles and will cost you around £4. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 115 miles.

Airports near Solihull

BHXBirmingham
EMANottingham East Midlands
MANManchester

Airlines serving Solihull

Lufthansa
Good (7,935 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,899 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,318 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,434 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,185 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,577 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,613 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,947 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,214 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,282 reviews)
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Where to stay in Solihull

Average rates range from around £75 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £277 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Solihull

Most booked hotels in Solihull

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Genting Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Crowne Plaza Solihull By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Redwings Lodge Solihull
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£44+
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Voco St. John's Solihull By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Arden Hotel And Leisure Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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The Regency Hotel Solihull
3 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
£61+
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Hiring a car in Solihull

Hiring a car in Solihull costs £26 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Solihull.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Solihull (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.00 and £25.33. The most frequently booked car type in Solihull is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Solihull costs £26 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Solihull.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Solihull (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.00 and £25.33. The most frequently booked car type in Solihull is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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