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

Stanley travel guide

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You're Going to Love Stanley

With a population of 16,200, Stanley is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Stanley to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Stanley

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bayberry Hollow (Tanfield Village) and Blue Bell, Kiphill (Beamish Burn Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Stanley

Stanley in August
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stanley in August
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stanley

Plane

When flying to Stanley, you’ll arrive at Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 19 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Stanley include American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Stanley departs from Bristol and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stanley, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Stanley to London takes 2h 47m and costs around £179 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £45 for a 3h 26m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stanley is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 158 km from Stanley. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stanley, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Stanley takes 185 km and will cost you around £8. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 249 km.

Plane

When flying to Stanley, you’ll arrive at Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 19 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Stanley include American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Stanley departs from Bristol and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stanley, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Stanley to London takes 2h 47m and costs around £179 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £45 for a 3h 26m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stanley is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 158 km from Stanley. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stanley, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Stanley takes 185 km and will cost you around £8. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 249 km.

Airports near Stanley

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Stanley

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 Stanley

Average rates range from around £56 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £117 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stanley

Most booked hotels in Stanley

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South Causey Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Hotel Indigo Durham
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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Lumley Castle Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, Bw Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Oak Tree Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£40+
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Travelodge Durham
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£55+
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Hiring a car in Stanley

Hiring a car in Stanley costs £42 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Stanley (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 Stanley is Intermediate (Toyota Verso or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Stanley costs £42 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Stanley (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 Stanley is Intermediate (Toyota Verso or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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