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

Wishaw travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wishaw

With a population of 27,627, Wishaw is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wishaw to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Wishaw

If you’re looking for affordable options, Obsession by Shabaz (377 Main St) and Cafe Du Jardin - afternoon tea (Garrion Bridge) are great picks.

When to visit Wishaw

Wishaw in January
Estimated hotel price
£40
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wishaw in January
Estimated hotel price
£40
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wishaw

Plane

Although Wishaw doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 21 miles from Wishaw. The shortest domestic flight to Wishaw departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

Lumo is the most popular train carrier serving Wishaw, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Wishaw to Leeds takes 3h 10m and costs around £46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Inverness, expect to pay about £23 for a 3h 45m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Wishaw Cleland, Borders is the busiest station in Wishaw. Another popular train station is Wishaw Shieldmuir, Borders, located 1.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wishaw is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 171 miles from Wishaw. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wishaw, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Wishaw takes 70 miles and will cost you around £16. From Dundee, the ticket costs about £19 for a journey of 110 miles.

Plane

Although Wishaw doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 21 miles from Wishaw. The shortest domestic flight to Wishaw departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

Lumo is the most popular train carrier serving Wishaw, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Wishaw to Leeds takes 3h 10m and costs around £46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Inverness, expect to pay about £23 for a 3h 45m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Wishaw Cleland, Borders is the busiest station in Wishaw. Another popular train station is Wishaw Shieldmuir, Borders, located 1.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wishaw is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 171 miles from Wishaw. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wishaw, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Wishaw takes 70 miles and will cost you around £16. From Dundee, the ticket costs about £19 for a journey of 110 miles.

Airports near Wishaw

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Wishaw

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 (9,244 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)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wishaw

Most booked hotels in Wishaw

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Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Dakota Eurocentral
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Herdshill Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Mondo Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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The Commercial Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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Hiring a car in Wishaw

Hiring a car in Wishaw costs £54 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Edinburgh Turnhouse.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Wishaw (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 Wishaw is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wishaw costs £54 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Edinburgh Turnhouse.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Wishaw (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 Wishaw is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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