Bishop's Stortford travel guide

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With a population of 45 001, Bishop's Stortford is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country.

Where to Eat in Bishop's Stortford

If you’re looking for affordable options, thegourmeturk (30 High St, Bishop's) and Little Hallingbury Mill Restaurant (Old Mill Lane Gaston Green) are great picks. For delicious green meals, PEACH. (Bishop's Stortford) (5 Church Street) and Côte Brasserie - Bishop's Stortford (17 North Street) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Bishop's Stortford.

When to visit Bishop's Stortford

Bishop's Stortford in January
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bishop's Stortford in January
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bishop's Stortford

Plane

When flying to Bishop's Stortford, you’ll arrive at London Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Bishop's Stortford from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 30h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bishop's Stortford, followed by Train. The train journey from Bishop's Stortford to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $42 for a 2h 03m trip. Located 0.7 km from the city centre, Bishops Stortford is the busiest station in Bishop's Stortford. Another popular train station is Bishop's Stortford Eisenham, located 7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bishop's Stortford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 46 km from Bishop's Stortford. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bishop's Stortford, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Reading, the bus ride to Bishop's Stortford takes 153 km and will cost you around $13. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $15 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

When flying to Bishop's Stortford, you’ll arrive at London Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Bishop's Stortford from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 30h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bishop's Stortford, followed by Train. The train journey from Bishop's Stortford to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $42 for a 2h 03m trip. Located 0.7 km from the city centre, Bishops Stortford is the busiest station in Bishop's Stortford. Another popular train station is Bishop's Stortford Eisenham, located 7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bishop's Stortford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 46 km from Bishop's Stortford. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bishop's Stortford, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Reading, the bus ride to Bishop's Stortford takes 153 km and will cost you around $13. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $15 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Bishop's Stortford

Airlines serving Bishop's Stortford

Lufthansa
Good (4,623 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,466 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,294 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,746 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (877 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bishop's Stortford

Average rates range from around $224 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $304 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Stansted Lodge Guest House and Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bishop's Stortford

Hiring a car in Bishop's Stortford

Expect to pay $3.12 per litre in Bishop's Stortford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.38 and $49.84. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bishop's Stortford, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.12 per litre in Bishop's Stortford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.38 and $49.84. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bishop's Stortford, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.