Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Swindon has to offer.

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
$64
1 night at 3-star hotel
Swindon in March
Estimated hotel price
$64
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. The shortest flight to Swindon from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 8h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 115 km from Swindon. You’ll find branches of Global Rent A Car and ADDCAR RENTAL , 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. The shortest flight to Swindon from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 8h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 115 km from Swindon. You’ll find branches of Global Rent A Car and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Airports near Swindon

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
SOUSouthampton Eastleigh

Airlines serving Swindon

Lufthansa
Good (8,222 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,227 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,076 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,466 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,570 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,659 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (958 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,213 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,635 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,536 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,486 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,602 reviews)
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Where to stay in Swindon

Average rates range from around $79 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $82 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Swindon, with prices from $33 to $478 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Swindon are about 48% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Swindon by neighborhood

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, 3183 reviews)
$69+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon
4 stars
Excellent (8, 2283 reviews)
$90+
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Village Hotel Swindon
3 stars
Good (7.6, 2310 reviews)
$71+
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Holiday Inn Express Swindon City Centre By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.6, 2210 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Swindon

Renting a car in Swindon costs $79 per day, on average, or $236 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 52% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay $8.44 per gallon in Swindon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $101.30 and $135.06. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Swindon, while also 6% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Swindon costs $79 per day, on average, or $236 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 52% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay $8.44 per gallon in Swindon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $101.30 and $135.06. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Swindon, while also 6% cheaper than other types, on average.

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