Section 64 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Llangain to Idole
7.6 miles (12.2 km). About 3 hours, moderate.
Start: SN 385 155. Finish: SN 408 156. 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 199 m of climbing and 227 m of descent; highest point 86 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Llangain.
- Bus stop
- Llangain, Hall, 360 m from the start. Directions SN 382 157
Getting back
The section finishes at Idole.
No bus stop or station within a kilometre of the finish. Nearest: the bus stop at Ysgol y Fro, 1.2 km away (Directions); Carmarthen station, 4.1 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 73%; the rest (24%) isn't recorded.
About 46% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 5 kissing gates, 8 gates, 3 flights of steps.
Steepest climb: about 46 m in a kilometre (1 in 22), starting 6.2 miles in.
From OpenStreetMap, where mappers have recorded it: check before you go.
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