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
€68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Swindon in March
Estimated hotel price
€68
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 68 km 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 Dublin and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 115 km from Swindon. You’ll find branches of U-Save and keddy by Europcar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Swindon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 68 km 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 Dublin and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 115 km from Swindon. You’ll find branches of U-Save and keddy by Europcar, among others, in London.

Airports near Swindon

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
SOUSouthampton Eastleigh

Airlines serving Swindon

Lufthansa
Good (8,234 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,227 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,082 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,460 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,594 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,664 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (967 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,233 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,991 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,676 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,494 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,608 reviews)
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Where to stay in Swindon

Average rates range from around €70 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €165 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Swindon, with prices from €29 to €451 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Swindon are about 43% 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)
€62+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
€80+
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Holiday Inn Swindon By IHG
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
€60+
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Village Hotel Swindon
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
€62+
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Holiday Inn Express Swindon City Centre By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
€63+
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Hiring a car in Swindon

Expect to pay €1.99 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 €23.88 and €31.84. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Swindon, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay €1.99 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 €23.88 and €31.84. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Swindon, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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