Introduction
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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Swindon to see all of its attractions.

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 March
Estimated hotel price
€72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Swindon in March
Estimated hotel price
€72
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 42 miles from Swindon. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest flight to Swindon from Ireland departs from Cork and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 71 miles from Swindon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Budget, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Swindon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 42 miles from Swindon. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest flight to Swindon from Ireland departs from Cork and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 71 miles from Swindon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Budget, among others, in London.

Airports near Swindon

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
SOUSouthampton Eastleigh

Airlines serving Swindon

Lufthansa
Good (8,089 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,065 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,424 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,414 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,878 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,594 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,848 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,244 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,203 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,461 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,388 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,294 reviews)
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Where to stay in Swindon

Average rates range from around €68 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €122 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Swindon, with prices from €29 to €872 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Swindon are about 47% 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)
€57+
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Holiday Inn Express Swindon West By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
€58+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
€73+
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Hiring a car in Swindon

Hiring a car in Swindon costs €69 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay €1.85 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 €22.13 and €29.50. The most frequently booked car type in Swindon is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Swindon costs €69 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay €1.85 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 €22.13 and €29.50. The most frequently booked car type in Swindon is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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