Conwy travel guide

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You're Going to Love Conwy

With a population of 3’890, Conwy 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 Conwy to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Conwy

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias (The Promenade) and The Tal Y Cafn (Tal Y Cafn Terrace) are great picks.

When to visit Conwy

Conwy in February
Estimated hotel price
€77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Conwy in February
Estimated hotel price
€77
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Conwy

Plane

Although Conwy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 65 km from Conwy. Liverpool J. Lennon Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest flight to Conwy from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Conwy, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Conwy to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around €5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Blackpool, expect to pay about €7 for a 1h 13m trip. Located 2.7 km from the city centre, Conwy Glan Conwy, Gwynedd is the busiest station in Conwy. Another popular train station is Conwy Tal Y Cafn, Gwynedd, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Conwy is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 320 km from Conwy. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Conwy, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Conwy takes 80 km and will cost you around €12. From Leeds, the ticket costs about €8 for a journey of 113 km.

Plane

Although Conwy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 65 km from Conwy. Liverpool J. Lennon Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair and other airlines departing from Ireland. The shortest flight to Conwy from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Conwy, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Conwy to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around €5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Blackpool, expect to pay about €7 for a 1h 13m trip. Located 2.7 km from the city centre, Conwy Glan Conwy, Gwynedd is the busiest station in Conwy. Another popular train station is Conwy Tal Y Cafn, Gwynedd, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Conwy is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 320 km from Conwy. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Conwy, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Conwy takes 80 km and will cost you around €12. From Leeds, the ticket costs about €8 for a journey of 113 km.

Airlines serving Conwy

Lufthansa
Good (4,676 reviews)
KLM
Good (855 reviews)
SWISS
Good (935 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,527 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,623 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (985 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (481 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,474 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,839 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,174 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (825 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Conwy

Average rates range from around €122 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €139 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Conwy

Most booked hotels in Conwy

St George's Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€127+
Llandudno Bay Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€99+
Imperial Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.8, Excellent reviews)
€149+
The Marine Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
€64+
Grand Hotel Llandudno
3 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
€57+

Hiring a car in Conwy

Expect to pay €1.74 per litre in Conwy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.81 and €27.75. The most frequently booked car type in Conwy is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (Class Premium Car or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay €1.74 per litre in Conwy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.81 and €27.75. The most frequently booked car type in Conwy is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (Class Premium Car or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.