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
£66
1 night at 3-star hotel
Solihull in December
Estimated hotel price
£66
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 5 km 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 Edinburgh and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Solihull. The train journey from Solihull to London takes 1h 05m and costs around £96 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £32 for a 2h 25m trip. Located 8 km from the city centre, Solihull Earlswood is the busiest station in Solihull. Another popular train station is Solihull Dorridge, located 5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Solihull is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 152 km from Solihull. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, 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 177 km and will cost you around £5. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 177 km.

Plane

When flying to Solihull, you’ll arrive at Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 5 km 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 Edinburgh and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Solihull. The train journey from Solihull to London takes 1h 05m and costs around £96 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £32 for a 2h 25m trip. Located 8 km from the city centre, Solihull Earlswood is the busiest station in Solihull. Another popular train station is Solihull Dorridge, located 5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Solihull is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 152 km from Solihull. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, 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 177 km and will cost you around £5. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 177 km.

Airports near Solihull

BHXBirmingham
EMANottingham East Midlands
MANManchester

Airlines serving Solihull

KLM
Good (1,467 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,833 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,779 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,271 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,248 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,889 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,135 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,746 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,539 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,705 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,794 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,197 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,470 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 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 £138 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)
£79+
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Crowne Plaza Solihull By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Voco St. John's Solihull By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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Arden Hotel And Leisure Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Village Hotel Solihull
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£55+
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The Regency Hotel Solihull
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
£53+
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Hiring a car in Solihull

Hiring a car in Solihull costs £30 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay £1.33 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 £15.93 and £21.24. The most frequently booked car type in Solihull is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Solihull costs £30 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay £1.33 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 £15.93 and £21.24. The most frequently booked car type in Solihull is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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