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

Swindon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Swindon

With a population of 155,432, Swindon is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Swindon deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Swindon

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bell Inn (Purton Stoke) and Basset Down Complex (Lower Salthrop Basset Down) are great picks.

When to visit Swindon

Swindon in December
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Swindon in December
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Swindon

Plane

Although Swindon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 68 km from Swindon. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Swindon departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 115 km from Swindon. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Swindon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 68 km from Swindon. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Swindon departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 115 km from Swindon. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Airports near Swindon

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
SOUSouthampton Eastleigh

Airlines serving Swindon

Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,694 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,453 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,550 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,833 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,534 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,454 reviews)
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Where to stay in Swindon

Average rates range from around £71 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £60 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Swindon, with prices from £25 to £351 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Swindon are about 43% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Swindon

Most booked hotels in Swindon

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Leonardo Hotel Swindon
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£51+
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Holiday Inn Express Swindon West By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£43+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£55+
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Holiday Inn Swindon By IHG
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£45+
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Village Hotel Swindon
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£45+
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Hiring a car in Swindon

Hiring a car in Swindon costs £37 per day, on average, or £74 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.75 per litre in Swindon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.96 and £27.95. The most frequently booked car type in Swindon is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Swindon costs £37 per day, on average, or £74 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.75 per litre in Swindon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.96 and £27.95. The most frequently booked car type in Swindon is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Swindon

Compact

4 adults, 2 Bags

£19/day

Compact

Intermediate SUV

5 adults, 3 Bags

£23/day

Intermediate SUV
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