Bradford-on-Avon travel guide

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With a population of 9,274, Bradford-on-Avon is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Bradford-on-Avon deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Bradford-on-Avon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sebastien's Bistro (2 Bridge Yard) and Boat House (Boat House Bradford on Avon Marina) are great picks.

When to visit Bradford-on-Avon

Bradford-on-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bradford-on-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bradford-on-Avon

Plane

Although Bradford-on-Avon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 33 km from Bradford-on-Avon.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bradford-on-Avon, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Bradford-on-Avon to London takes 1h 14m and costs around $133 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $98 for a 2h 12m trip. Located 0.3 km from the city centre, Bradford-on-Avon is the busiest station in Bradford-on-Avon. Another popular train station is Bradford-on-Avon Avoncliff, located 2.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bradford-on-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 148 km from Bradford-on-Avon. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bradford-on-Avon, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Cardiff, the bus ride to Bradford-on-Avon takes 105 km and will cost you around $18. From Exeter, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 169 km.

Plane

Although Bradford-on-Avon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 33 km from Bradford-on-Avon.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bradford-on-Avon, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Bradford-on-Avon to London takes 1h 14m and costs around $133 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $98 for a 2h 12m trip. Located 0.3 km from the city centre, Bradford-on-Avon is the busiest station in Bradford-on-Avon. Another popular train station is Bradford-on-Avon Avoncliff, located 2.3 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bradford-on-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 148 km from Bradford-on-Avon. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bradford-on-Avon, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Cardiff, the bus ride to Bradford-on-Avon takes 105 km and will cost you around $18. From Exeter, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 169 km.

Airports near Bradford-on-Avon

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Bradford-on-Avon

Lufthansa
Good (7,195 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,353 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,642 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,872 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,861 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,680 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,275 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (837 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,909 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,023 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,319 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,408 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,332 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,301 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,206 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bradford-on-Avon

Hiring a car in Bradford-on-Avon

Expect to pay $2.91 per litre in Bradford-on-Avon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.91 and $46.54. The most frequently booked car type in Bradford-on-Avon is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Kia Stonic or similar) is, on average, 77% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.91 per litre in Bradford-on-Avon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.91 and $46.54. The most frequently booked car type in Bradford-on-Avon is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Kia Stonic or similar) is, on average, 77% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.