Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bishop's Stortford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bishop's Stortford

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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bishop's Stortford has to offer.

Where to Eat in Bishop's Stortford

If you’re looking for affordable options, PEACH. (Bishop's Stortford) (5 Church Street) and The Catherine Wheel (Pelham Rd, Gravesend, Albury) are great picks.

When to visit Bishop's Stortford

Bishop's Stortford in November
Estimated hotel price
AED 230
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bishop's Stortford in November
Estimated hotel price
AED 230
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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 16h 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bishop's Stortford, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Bishop's Stortford to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around AED 136 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Coventry, expect to pay about AED 103 for a 1h 31m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bishop's Stortford, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Bishop's Stortford takes 217 km and will cost you around AED 22. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about AED 40 for a journey of 225 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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 16h 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bishop's Stortford, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Bishop's Stortford to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around AED 136 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Coventry, expect to pay about AED 103 for a 1h 31m 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bishop's Stortford, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Bishop's Stortford takes 217 km and will cost you around AED 22. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about AED 40 for a journey of 225 km.

Airports near Bishop's Stortford

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Airlines serving Bishop's Stortford

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
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SWISS
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Delta
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Turkish Airlines
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Iberia
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Air France
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Austrian Airlines
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United Airlines
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Emirates
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Qatar Airways
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Brussels Airlines
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Air Canada
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Scandinavian Airlines
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LOT
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Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
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TAP Portugal
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Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in Bishop's Stortford

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Stansted Lodge Avalon 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 AED 6.40 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 AED 76.69 and AED 102.25. The most frequently booked car type in Bishop's Stortford is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 6.40 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 AED 76.69 and AED 102.25. The most frequently booked car type in Bishop's Stortford is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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