Section 36 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Llwyngwril to Bryncrug
8.4 miles (13.5 km). About 3½ hours, moderate.
Start: SH 592 095. Finish: SH 608 033. 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 395 m of climbing and 427 m of descent; highest point 171 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Llwyngwril.
- Station
- Llwyngwril, 370 m from the start. Directions SH 589 097
- Car parks
- Car park, 180 m from the start. Directions SH 590 096Car park, 320 m from the start. Directions SH 589 097
Getting back
The section finishes at Bryncrug. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Bus stop
- Groesffordd, 440 m from the finish. Directions SH 608 028
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 56%, earth, rock and mud 7%; the rest (33%) isn't recorded.
About 56% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 3 gates.
Steepest climb: about 137 m in a kilometre (1 in 7), starting 0.2 miles in.
From OpenStreetMap, where mappers have recorded it: check before you go.
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