Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Llanelli travel guide

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You're Going to Love Llanelli

With a population of 47,206, Llanelli 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 Llanelli to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Llanelli

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Smiths Arms (Foelgastell) and Ship Aground Pembrey (123 Ashburnham Road Pembrey) are great picks.

When to visit Llanelli

Llanelli in February
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel
Llanelli in February
Estimated hotel price
£53
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Llanelli

Plane

When flying to Llanelli, you’ll arrive at Swansea Fairwood Comm (SWS), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Llanelli, followed by Great Western Railway. Located 4 miles from the city centre, Llanelli Llangennech, Dyfed is the busiest station in Llanelli. Another popular train station is Llanelli Bynea, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Llanelli is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 174 miles from Llanelli. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Llanelli using National Express or FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Llanelli takes 225 miles and will cost you around £30. From London, the ticket costs about £20 for a journey of 263 miles.

Plane

When flying to Llanelli, you’ll arrive at Swansea Fairwood Comm (SWS), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Llanelli, followed by Great Western Railway. Located 4 miles from the city centre, Llanelli Llangennech, Dyfed is the busiest station in Llanelli. Another popular train station is Llanelli Bynea, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Llanelli is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 174 miles from Llanelli. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Llanelli using National Express or FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Llanelli takes 225 miles and will cost you around £30. From London, the ticket costs about £20 for a journey of 263 miles.

Airports near Llanelli

EXTExeter
BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Llanelli

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (621 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,068 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,159 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (161 reviews)
AccesRail
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Where to stay in popular areas of Llanelli

Most booked hotels in Llanelli

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Brynawel Farm B&B
1 star
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£59+
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Nik The Greek
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Stradey Park Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Sessile Oak, Llanelli by Marston's Inns
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Ashburnham Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£79+
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Travelodge Llanelli Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£41+
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Hiring a car in Llanelli

Hiring a car in Llanelli costs £49 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Llanelli (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. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Llanelli, while also 10% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Llanelli costs £49 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Llanelli (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. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Llanelli, while also 10% cheaper than other types, on average.

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