Section 49 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Fishguard to Porthgain
10.6 miles (17 km). About 4½ hours, moderate.
Start: SM 958 371. Finish: SM 892 387. 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
About 759 m of climbing and 662 m of descent; highest point 122 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Fishguard.
- Bus stops
- The Square, 150 m from the start. Directions SM 957 370Bus stop, 190 m from the start. Directions SM 957 369ffordd yr efail, 230 m from the start. Directions SM 956 370
- Car parks
- Car park, 220 m from the start. Directions SM 956 370Parc y Shwt (pay), 270 m from the start. Directions SM 957 369Car park, 300 m from the start. Directions SM 956 369
Getting back
The section finishes at Porthgain.
No bus stop or station within a kilometre of the finish. Nearest: Fishguard and Goodwick station, 5.3 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: earth, rock and mud 54%, paved or flagged 20%; the rest (26%) isn't recorded.
About 6% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 3 stiles, 17 gates, 3 flights of steps.
Steepest climb: about 93 m in a kilometre (1 in 11), starting 1.6 miles in.
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