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

Llangollen travel guide

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You're Going to Love Llangollen

With a population of 3,466, Llangollen 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 Llangollen to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Llangollen

Llangollen in September
Estimated hotel price
£47
1 night at 3-star hotel
Llangollen in September
Estimated hotel price
£47
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Llangollen

Plane

Although Llangollen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 28 miles from Llangollen. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Llangollen departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Llangollen, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Llangollen to Sheffield takes 1h 18m and costs around £12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £43 for a 2h 41m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Llangollen is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 164 miles from Llangollen. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Llangollen, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Llangollen takes 70 miles and will cost you around £8. From Rotherham, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 90 miles.

Plane

Although Llangollen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 28 miles from Llangollen. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Llangollen departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Llangollen, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Llangollen to Sheffield takes 1h 18m and costs around £12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £43 for a 2h 41m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Llangollen is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 164 miles from Llangollen. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Llangollen, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Llangollen takes 70 miles and will cost you around £8. From Rotherham, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 90 miles.

Airports near Llangollen

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Llangollen

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,565 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,513 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,013 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,008 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,442 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,571 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,057 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,398 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
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Where to stay in Llangollen

Average rates range from around £96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £204 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Llangollen

Most booked hotels in Llangollen

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The Hand at Llanarmon
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£143+
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OYO Glyn Valley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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The Chainbridge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£101+
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Wild Pheasant Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£76+
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The Hand Hotel Llangollen by Compass Hospitality
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£56+
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Abbey Grange Hotel
3 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
£46+
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Hiring a car in Llangollen

Expect to pay £1.33 per litre in Llangollen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.96 and £21.27.

Expect to pay £1.33 per litre in Llangollen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.96 and £21.27.