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
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Conwy in February
Estimated hotel price
$126
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. The shortest flight to Conwy from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 33h 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 $8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $62 for a 2h 11m 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 Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Conwy, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Conwy takes 72 km and will cost you around $6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $24 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. The shortest flight to Conwy from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 33h 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 $8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $62 for a 2h 11m 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 Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Conwy, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Conwy takes 72 km and will cost you around $6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 113 km.

Airlines serving Conwy

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,267 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,947 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (819 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Conwy

Average rates range from around $218 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)
$229+
Llandudno Bay Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$164+
Imperial Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$239+
The Marine Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$106+
The Grand Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
$106+

Hiring a car in Conwy

Expect to pay $2.85 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 $34.20 and $45.59. 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 $2.85 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 $34.20 and $45.59. 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.