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

Wrexham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wrexham

With a population of 43 649, Wrexham 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 Wrexham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Wrexham

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ial Restaurant (Chester Road) and The Savvy Fox () are great picks.

When to visit Wrexham

Wrexham in December
Estimated hotel price
£61
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wrexham in December
Estimated hotel price
£61
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wrexham

Plane

Although Wrexham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 34 km from Wrexham. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Wrexham departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wrexham, followed by Transpennine Express. The train journey from Wrexham to Liverpool takes 0h 37m and costs around £5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about £61 for a 3h 07m trip. Located 4 km from the city centre, Wrexham Gwersyllt, Clywd is the busiest station in Wrexham. Another popular train station is Wrexham General, located 0.8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wrexham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 260 km from Wrexham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wrexham using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Wrexham takes 56 km and will cost you around £10. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 113 km.

Plane

Although Wrexham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 34 km from Wrexham. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Wrexham departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wrexham, followed by Transpennine Express. The train journey from Wrexham to Liverpool takes 0h 37m and costs around £5 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about £61 for a 3h 07m trip. Located 4 km from the city centre, Wrexham Gwersyllt, Clywd is the busiest station in Wrexham. Another popular train station is Wrexham General, located 0.8 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wrexham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 260 km from Wrexham. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wrexham using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Wrexham takes 56 km and will cost you around £10. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 113 km.

Airports near Wrexham

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Wrexham

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,612 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,562 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,077 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,803 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,040 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,678 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,430 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,065 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,500 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,329 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,592 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,084 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wrexham

Average rates range from around £102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £108 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wrexham

Most booked hotels in Wrexham

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Wynnstay Arms, Ruabon, Wrexham
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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OYO Glyn Valley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£50+
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Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£102+
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The Lemon Tree
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Wrexham
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Travelodge Oswestry
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£40+
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Hiring a car in Wrexham

Hiring a car in Wrexham costs £26 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Wrexham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.17 and £21.55. The most frequently booked car type in Wrexham is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wrexham costs £26 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Wrexham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.17 and £21.55. The most frequently booked car type in Wrexham is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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