Section 82 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Duffryn to Goldcliff
12.1 miles (19.5 km). About 4 hours, moderate.
Start: ST 299 852. Finish: ST 366 830. OS grid.
Take it with you: download this section's GPX file (it opens in OS Maps, Komoot, Outdooractive or a GPS unit) or open the start in OS Maps.
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
Almost flat: about 36 m of climbing and 38 m of descent; highest point 15 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Duffryn.
- Bus stops
- Bus stop, 180 m from the start. Directions ST 298 850Bus stop, 230 m from the start. Directions ST 297 853Bus stop, 230 m from the start. Directions ST 297 853
- Car parks
- Car park, 580 m from the start. Directions ST 301 857Car park, 670 m from the start. Directions ST 302 858Car park, 720 m from the start. Directions ST 295 857
Getting back
The section finishes at Goldcliff.
No bus stop or station within a kilometre of the finish. Nearest: the bus stop at West Nash Junction, 2.1 km away (Directions); Newport station, 7.8 km away (Directions).
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 40%, earth, rock and mud 27%, gravel and tracks 6%; the rest (27%) isn't recorded.
About 17% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 1 stile, 1 kissing gate, 1 gate, 1 flight of steps.
No steep climbs: no kilometre gains more than about 8 m.
From OpenStreetMap, where mappers have recorded it: check before you go.
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