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Betws-y-Coed travel guide

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With a population of 1,200, Betws-y-Coed 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 Betws-y-Coed to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Betws-y-Coed

Betws-y-Coed in October
Estimated hotel price
£43
1 night at 3-star hotel
Betws-y-Coed in October
Estimated hotel price
£43
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Betws-y-Coed

Plane

Although Betws-y-Coed doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 69 km from Betws-y-Coed. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Betws-y-Coed departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Betws-y-Coed, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Betws-y-Coed to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. The train station in Betws-y-Coed is called Betws-y-Coed, and is located 0.1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Betws-y-Coed is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 306 km from Betws-y-Coed. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Betws-y-Coed, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Betws-y-Coed takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Plane

Although Betws-y-Coed doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 69 km from Betws-y-Coed. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Betws-y-Coed departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Betws-y-Coed, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Betws-y-Coed to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. The train station in Betws-y-Coed is called Betws-y-Coed, and is located 0.1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Betws-y-Coed is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 306 km from Betws-y-Coed. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Betws-y-Coed, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Betws-y-Coed takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Betws-y-Coed

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Betws-y-Coed

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Betws-y-Coed

Average rates range from around £94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £167 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Betws-y-Coed

Most booked hotels in Betws-y-Coed

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Gwydyr Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Ty Gwyn Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£89+
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Royal Oak Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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The Waterloo Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£109+
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The Eagles Bunkhouse
1 star
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£49+
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Glan Aber Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£49+
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Hiring a car in Betws-y-Coed

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Betws-y-Coed (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Betws-y-Coed is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 81% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Betws-y-Coed (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Betws-y-Coed is Full-size (Ford Galaxy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 81% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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