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
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Conwy in February
Estimated hotel price
$125
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 41 miles from Conwy. The shortest flight to Conwy from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 28h 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 37m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 17m trip. Located 1.7 miles 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 4 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Conwy is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 199 miles 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 45 miles and will cost you around $6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 67 miles.

Plane

Although Conwy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 41 miles from Conwy. The shortest flight to Conwy from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 28h 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 37m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 17m trip. Located 1.7 miles 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 4 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Conwy is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 199 miles 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 45 miles and will cost you around $6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 67 miles.

Airlines serving Conwy

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Conwy

Average rates range from around $212 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $235 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)
$215+
Llandudno Bay Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$161+
Imperial Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.8, Excellent reviews)
$237+
The Marine Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$105+
Grand Hotel Llandudno
3 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
$92+

Hiring a car in Conwy

Expect to pay $2.81 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 $33.70 and $44.93. The most frequently booked car type in Conwy is Mini (Fiat 500 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, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.81 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 $33.70 and $44.93. The most frequently booked car type in Conwy is Mini (Fiat 500 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, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.