Usk travel guide
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You're Going to Love Usk
With a population of 2,834, Usk is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Usk to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Usk
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Lodge Bistro (Chepstow Road) and The Chainbridge Riverside Inn (Chain Bridge Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Usk
How to Get to Usk
Plane
Although Usk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 38 km from Usk. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Usk departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 15m.
Train
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Usk, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Usk to Birmingham takes 1h 25m and costs around £14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £26 for a 1h 36m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Usk is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 193 km from Usk. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Usk, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Usk takes 177 km and will cost you around £13. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 185 km.
Airlines serving Usk
Where to stay in Usk
Average rates range from around £95 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £244 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Usk
Most booked hotels in Usk
Hiring a car in Usk
Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Usk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.84 and £23.78. The most frequently booked car type in Usk is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 36% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.