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

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 July
Estimated hotel price
£50
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sowerby Bridge in July
Estimated hotel price
£50
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 24 km 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 Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. The train station in Sowerby Bridge is called Sowerby Bridge, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sowerby Bridge is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 273 km from Sowerby Bridge. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sowerby Bridge, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Sowerby Bridge takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Plane

When flying to Sowerby Bridge, you’ll arrive at Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 24 km 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 Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. The train station in Sowerby Bridge is called Sowerby Bridge, and is located 0.3 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sowerby Bridge is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 273 km from Sowerby Bridge. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sowerby Bridge, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Sowerby Bridge takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Sowerby Bridge

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Sowerby Bridge

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sowerby Bridge

Most booked hotels in Sowerby Bridge

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The Alma Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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The Malthouse
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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The New Hobbit Hotel Rooms
2 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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The New Rushcart Inn & Country Dining
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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The Lion Pub & Grill
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Holiday Inn Leeds - Brighouse
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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Hiring a car in Sowerby Bridge

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Sowerby Bridge, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Sowerby Bridge, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

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