Section 35 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Bwlch Llyn Bach to Llwyngwril
7.8 miles (12.6 km). About 3 hours, moderate.
Start: SH 617 155. Finish: SH 592 095. OS grid.
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Warning: Diversion in place. Part of this route is closed or diverted for now. The Wales Coast Path site (updated 22 September 2026) lists temporary diversions in several places, many until further notice, including landslides at Porthdinllaen in Gwynedd and Porth Swtan, Llanfaethlu and Lligwy on Anglesey. Neath Port Talbot Council says the path around Baglan, Briton Ferry and Sandfields West has been closed since 2023 because of sinkholes and the agreed diversion stays in place. Check the official diversions page before setting out. Source: walescoastpath.gov.uk.
Up and down
About 333 m of climbing and 301 m of descent; highest point 280 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Bwlch Llyn Bach.
- Stations
- Barmouth Ferry (heritage railway), 550 m from the start. Directions SH 617 150Barmouth, 610 m from the start. Directions SH 611 158Estuary Halt (heritage railway), 900 m from the start. Directions SH 614 147
- Bus stops
- Jubilee Road, 510 m from the start. Directions SH 612 157Eglwys St Tudwal, 850 m from the start. Directions SH 611 161
- Car parks
- Car park (pay), 90 m from the start. Directions SH 616 155Car park, 210 m from the start. Directions SH 619 156Car park, 310 m from the start. Directions SH 620 156
Getting back
The section finishes at Llwyngwril. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Station
- Llwyngwril, 370 m from the finish. Directions SH 589 097
Planning the Wales Coast Path
- Planning the whole trail: walescoastpath.gov.uk.
- Baggage transfer: the services listed for the trail.
What to expect
Underfoot: paved or flagged 62%, gravel and tracks 18%, grass 10%.
About 40% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 15 gates.
Steepest climb: about 156 m in a kilometre (1 in 6), starting 3.8 miles in.
From OpenStreetMap, where mappers have recorded it: check before you go.
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