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

Richmond travel guide

Richmond Tourism | Richmond Guide

You're Going to Love Richmond

With a population of 8.360, Richmond 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 Richmond has to offer.

Where to Eat in Richmond

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Richmond Brasserie (9-11 Hill St) and Scott's Richmond (Whittaker Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 127
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Richmond

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Richmond from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 18h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Richmond to Birmingham takes 1h 47m and costs around S$ 74 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about S$ 70 for a 2h 00m trip. Located 2.7 km from the city centre, Richmond is the busiest station in Richmond. Another popular train station is Richmond Kew Gardens, located 5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 15 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Richmond takes 209 km and will cost you around S$ 8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about S$ 18 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Richmond from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 18h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Richmond to Birmingham takes 1h 47m and costs around S$ 74 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about S$ 70 for a 2h 00m trip. Located 2.7 km from the city centre, Richmond is the busiest station in Richmond. Another popular train station is Richmond Kew Gardens, located 5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 15 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Richmond takes 209 km and will cost you around S$ 8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about S$ 18 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Richmond

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Richmond

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,090 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,516 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around S$ 161 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 110 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

Premier Inn Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 82+
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Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 209+
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ibis budget London Heathrow Central
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
S$ 58+
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Ibis Budget London Hounslow
2 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
S$ 70+
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Hiring a car in Richmond

Expect to pay S$ 2.34 per litre in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 28.08 and S$ 37.44. Compact (Polestar 2 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 2.34 per litre in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 28.08 and S$ 37.44. Compact (Polestar 2 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.