Sowerby Bridge travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sowerby Bridge

With a population of 9,948, Sowerby Bridge is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Sowerby Bridge to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Sowerby Bridge

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Malthouse (270 Oldham Rd) and The Alma Inn (Four Lane Ends Cottonstones) are great picks.

When to visit Sowerby Bridge

Sowerby Bridge in February
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sowerby Bridge in February
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sowerby Bridge

Plane

When flying to Sowerby Bridge, you’ll arrive at Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 15 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Sowerby Bridge departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Sowerby Bridge, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Sowerby Bridge to London takes 2h 06m and costs around £32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about £46 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Sowerby Bridge is called Sowerby Bridge, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sowerby Bridge is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 170 miles from Sowerby Bridge. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sowerby Bridge, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Sowerby Bridge takes 65 miles and will cost you around £6. From Thorner, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

When flying to Sowerby Bridge, you’ll arrive at Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 15 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Sowerby Bridge departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Sowerby Bridge, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Sowerby Bridge to London takes 2h 06m and costs around £32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about £46 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Sowerby Bridge is called Sowerby Bridge, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sowerby Bridge is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 170 miles from Sowerby Bridge. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sowerby Bridge, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Sowerby Bridge takes 65 miles and will cost you around £6. From Thorner, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Sowerby Bridge

Airlines serving Sowerby Bridge

Lufthansa
Good (4,604 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,591 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,921 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,710 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sowerby Bridge

Most booked hotels in Sowerby Bridge

Timble Inn
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£154+
The Malthouse
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£69+
Alma Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£69+
The New Hobbit Hotel Rooms
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£52+
The Lion Pub & Grill
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£64+
The New Rushcart Inn & Country Dining
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£84+

Hiring a car in Sowerby Bridge

Expect to pay £1.48 per litre in Sowerby Bridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.76 and £23.68. Compact (Kia Stonic or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Sowerby Bridge, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.48 per litre in Sowerby Bridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.76 and £23.68. Compact (Kia Stonic or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Sowerby Bridge, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.