Section 63 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Llanybri to Llangain
9.2 miles (14.8 km). About 3½ hours, moderate.
Start: SN 324 121. Finish: SN 385 155. 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 424 m of climbing and 343 m of descent; highest point 100 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Llanybri.
No bus stop or station within a kilometre of the start. Nearest: the bus stop at Post Office, 1.4 km away (Directions); Ferryside station, 4.5 km away (Directions).
Getting back
The section finishes at Llangain. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Bus stop
- Llangain, Hall, 360 m from the finish. Directions SN 382 157
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 38%, gravel and tracks 6%; the rest (56%) isn't recorded.
About 38% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 1 stile.
Steepest climb: about 76 m in a kilometre (1 in 13), starting 8 miles in.
From OpenStreetMap, where mappers have recorded it: check before you go.
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