Section 6 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Craig-y-don to Conwy
9.5 miles (15.3 km). About 3½ hours, moderate.
Start: SH 795 821. Finish: SH 782 776. 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 190 m of climbing and 191 m of descent; highest point 129 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Craig-y-don.
- Bus stops
- Craig-y-Don, 210 m from the start. Directions SH 794 819Clarence Road, 340 m from the start. Directions SH 792 819Roumania Drive, 510 m from the start. Directions SH 794 816
- Car parks
- Car park, 150 m from the start. Directions SH 797 820Car park, 200 m from the start. Directions SH 797 820Car park (free), 210 m from the start. Directions SH 797 820
Getting back
The section finishes at Conwy. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Station
- Conwy, 280 m from the finish. Directions SH 780 774
- Bus stops
- Castle Square, 140 m from the finish. Directions SH 782 775Town Ditch, 230 m from the finish. Directions SH 779 776Conwy Railway Station, 240 m from the finish. Directions SH 780 774
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 91%, earth, rock and mud 5%.
About 49% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 1 flight of steps.
Steepest climb: about 68 m in a kilometre (1 in 15), starting 2.9 miles in.
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