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

Oswestry travel guide

Oswestry Tourism | Oswestry Guide

You're Going to Love Oswestry

With a population of 17,031, Oswestry is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Oswestry to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Oswestry

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sweeney Hall Hotel (Morda) and The Cross Keys (Kinnerley) are great picks.

When to visit Oswestry

Oswestry in February
Estimated hotel price
£85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oswestry in February
Estimated hotel price
£85
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Oswestry

Plane

Although Oswestry doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 34 miles from Oswestry. 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 Oswestry departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Oswestry, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Oswestry 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 Oswestry is called Oswestry Gobowen, and is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Oswestry is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 156 miles from Oswestry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oswestry, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Oswestry takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

Although Oswestry doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 34 miles from Oswestry. 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 Oswestry departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Oswestry, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Oswestry 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 Oswestry is called Oswestry Gobowen, and is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Oswestry is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 156 miles from Oswestry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oswestry, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Oswestry takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Oswestry

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Oswestry

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 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 (9,243 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 Oswestry

Average rates range from around £102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £51 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Oswestry

Most booked hotels in Oswestry

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The Wynnstay Hotel, Oswestry, Shropshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£109+
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Travelodge Oswestry
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£55+
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Lion Quays Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£107+
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The Cross Keys
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
£76+
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The New Inn Hotel
3 stars
Okay (4.8, Okay reviews)
£69+
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Hiring a car in Oswestry

Hiring a car in Oswestry costs £44 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Oswestry (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 Oswestry is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Oswestry costs £44 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Oswestry (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 Oswestry is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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