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How to get there
Where to stay
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Wilmslow travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wilmslow

With a population of 36.617, Wilmslow is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wilmslow to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Wilmslow

If you’re looking for affordable options, CAU Wilmslow (22 - 24 Water Lane) and Cibo Manchester (43 Spring Gardens) are great picks.

When to visit Wilmslow

Wilmslow in December
Estimated hotel price
£58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wilmslow in December
Estimated hotel price
£58
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wilmslow

Plane

When flying to Wilmslow, you’ll arrive at Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 4 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Wilmslow include American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Wilmslow departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wilmslow, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Wilmslow to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £48 for a 1h 55m trip. Located 2.4 km from the city centre, Wilmslow Handforth is the busiest station in Wilmslow. Another popular train station is Wilmslow Styal, located 2.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wilmslow is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 248 km from Wilmslow. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wilmslow, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow, you’ll arrive at Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 4 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Wilmslow include American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Wilmslow departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wilmslow, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Wilmslow to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £48 for a 1h 55m trip. Located 2.4 km from the city centre, Wilmslow Handforth is the busiest station in Wilmslow. Another popular train station is Wilmslow Styal, located 2.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wilmslow is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 248 km from Wilmslow. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

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

Airports near Wilmslow

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Wilmslow

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 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 (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wilmslow

Most booked hotels in Wilmslow

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Wilmslow Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Holiday Inn Express Stockport
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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The Stanneylands
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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Best Western Plus Pinewood Manchester Airport-Wilmslow Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Alma Lodge Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£59+
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Village Hotel Manchester Cheadle
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£79+
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Hiring a car in Wilmslow

Hiring a car in Wilmslow costs £19 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 68% cheaper than airport locations in Wilmslow.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Wilmslow (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 Wilmslow is Mini (Volkswagen Sharan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wilmslow costs £19 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 68% cheaper than airport locations in Wilmslow.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Wilmslow (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 Wilmslow is Mini (Volkswagen Sharan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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