TfW train passing in front of Conwy Castle

Conwy itself is small enough to explore on foot, but there’s plenty packed inside its medieval walls. A 13th-century castle overlooks the town, the harbour sits just beyond the high street and historic buildings such as Plas Mawr and the Smallest House are all close by.

With the station nestled right in the centre, arriving by train means you can start exploring the minute you step off.

 

Where is Conwy?

Conwy is a walled market town on the north coast of Wales, sitting beside the Conwy Estuary and within easy reach of Eryri National Park.

It’s also close to Llandudno, making it easy to combine the two in one North Wales trip. Conwy and Llandudno are only a short rail journey apart, while nearby Llandudno Junction provides connections along the North Wales Coast Line and Conwy Valley Line.

 

Is Conwy worth visiting?

For a compact town, there is plenty on offer in Conwy.

Conwy Castle dominates the skyline and is one of Wales’ best-known medieval landmarks. From there, you can walk sections of the town walls, wander down to the quay or visit Plas Mawr, one of Britain’s best-preserved Elizabethan townhouses.

Near the harbour, the bright red Smallest House in Great Britain is one of Conwy’s more unusual sights, while Conwy Mountain and the Wales Coast Path give you the chance to explore outdoors.

If you are planning to stay for more than one day, Bodnant Garden and RSPB Conwy Nature Reserve are both within easy reach of the town.

And if you’re visiting Conwy Castle or another participating Cadw site, travel with TfW and show a valid same-day rail ticket to receive a 2-for-1 entry.

 

How to get to Conwy by train

Once you step off the train the castle, town walls, shops, cafés and harbour are all close by, so there’s very little need for onward transport if you’re staying in the centre.

TfW services connect Conwy with destinations across North Wales and beyond. Use our journey planner to check live train times and buy your tickets online or through our app.

Popular routes include:

  • Llandudno to Conwy
  • Chester to Conwy
  • Bangor to Conwy
  • Cardiff to Conwy
  • Holyhead to Conwy
  • Manchester to Conwy

 

Plan your visit to Conwy

Conwy works just as well for a day trip as it does for a longer stay. Walk the walls, visit the castle, stop by the harbour, and leave a little time for the shops, cafés, and surrounding countryside.

For more ideas, including walks, attractions and places to eat, take a look at Visit Conwy.