Conwy travel guide

Conwy Tourism | Conwy Guide

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. Conwy deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Conwy in February
Estimated hotel price
$83
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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 15m.

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 Leeds, expect to pay about $12 for a 1h 08m trip. Located 2.7 km from the city center, 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 center.

Car

Another option to get to Conwy is to pick up a car rental 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, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Conwy takes 72 km and will cost you around $4. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $10 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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 15m.

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 Leeds, expect to pay about $12 for a 1h 08m trip. Located 2.7 km from the city center, 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 center.

Car

Another option to get to Conwy is to pick up a car rental 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, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Conwy takes 72 km and will cost you around $4. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 113 km.

Airlines serving Conwy

Lufthansa
Good (4,597 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,436 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,596 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,922 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,700 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,163 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (909 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Conwy

Average rates range from around $119 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $157 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Conwy

Most booked hotels in Conwy

The Erskine Arms
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1275 reviews)
$112+
The Castle Hotel, Conwy, North Wales
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1583 reviews)
$144+
The Groes Inn
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1179 reviews)
$128+
St George's Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3180 reviews)
$120+
Llandudno Bay Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2224 reviews)
$102+
Yha Conwy
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 606 reviews)
$19+

Renting a car in Conwy

Expect to pay $7.00 per gallon in Conwy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.04 and $112.05. The most frequently booked car type in Conwy is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.00 per gallon in Conwy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.04 and $112.05. The most frequently booked car type in Conwy is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.