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

Stamford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Stamford

With a population of 20,526, Stamford is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Stamford to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Stamford

If you’re looking for affordable options, SUSHI & SALAD STAMFORD (72 High St) and ASK Italian Stamford (9/10 St Johns Street) are great picks.

When to visit Stamford

Stamford in November
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stamford in November
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stamford

Plane

Although Stamford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 54 miles from Stamford. The shortest domestic flight to Stamford departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Stamford. The train journey from Stamford to London takes 3h 45m and costs around £60 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Southampton, expect to pay about £1,086 for a 6h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stamford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 81 miles from Stamford. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Stamford.

Plane

Although Stamford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 54 miles from Stamford. The shortest domestic flight to Stamford departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Stamford. The train journey from Stamford to London takes 3h 45m and costs around £60 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Southampton, expect to pay about £1,086 for a 6h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stamford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 81 miles from Stamford. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Stamford.

Airports near Stamford

BHXBirmingham
LTNLondon Luton
STNLondon Stansted

Airlines serving Stamford

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 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 (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stamford

Average rates range from around £96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £196 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stamford

Most booked hotels in Stamford

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Crown Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£152+
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The George Hotel of Stamford
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£147+
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The White Hart
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£106+
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The William Cecil
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£140+
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The Bull And Swan
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£114+
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The Boot Inn - Rutland
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
£65+
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Hiring a car in Stamford

Hiring a car in Stamford costs £41 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Nottingham East Midlands.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Stamford (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. The most frequently booked car type in Stamford is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 35% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Stamford costs £41 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Nottingham East Midlands.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Stamford (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. The most frequently booked car type in Stamford is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 35% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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