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 July
Estimated hotel price
£70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wrexham in July
Estimated hotel price
£70
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 21 miles from Wrexham. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Wrexham departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wrexham, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Wrexham to London takes 2h 11m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £40 for a 2h 15m trip. Located 2 miles from the city centre, Wrexham Gwersyllt, Clywd is the busiest station in Wrexham. Another popular train station is Wrexham General, located 0.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wrexham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 161 miles from Wrexham. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wrexham using FlixBus or National Express. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Wrexham takes 60 miles and will cost you around £14. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 70 miles.

Plane

Although Wrexham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 21 miles from Wrexham. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Wrexham departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wrexham, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Wrexham to London takes 2h 11m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £40 for a 2h 15m trip. Located 2 miles from the city centre, Wrexham Gwersyllt, Clywd is the busiest station in Wrexham. Another popular train station is Wrexham General, located 0.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wrexham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 161 miles from Wrexham. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wrexham using FlixBus or National Express. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Wrexham takes 60 miles and will cost you around £14. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Wrexham

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Wrexham

KLM
Good (1,487 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,890 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,848 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,385 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,295 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,912 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,740 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,890 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,378 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,189 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,242 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wrexham

Average rates range from around £78 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £125 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wrexham

Most booked hotels in Wrexham

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Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£101+
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OYO Glyn Valley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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The Chainbridge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Wrexham
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Travelodge Oswestry
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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Hotel Wrexham
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£73+
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Hiring a car in Wrexham

Hiring a car in Wrexham costs £27 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.46 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 £17.52 and £23.36. 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 Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 83% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Wrexham costs £27 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.46 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 £17.52 and £23.36. 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 Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 83% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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