Section 33 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Ynys to Llanbedr
8.5 miles (13.7 km). About 3 hours, moderate.
Start: SH 596 354. Finish: SH 581 269. OS grid.
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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 140 m of climbing and 151 m of descent; highest point 60 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Ynys.
- Station
- Tygwyn, 800 m from the start. Directions SH 602 349
- Bus stops
- Bus stop, 250 m from the start. Directions SH 597 352Bus stop, 260 m from the start. Directions SH 597 352Ynys, 480 m from the start. Directions SH 595 349
- Car parks
- Car park, 170 m from the start. Directions SH 595 353Car park, 390 m from the start. Directions SH 599 357Car park, 400 m from the start. Directions SH 598 357
Getting back
The section finishes at Llanbedr. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Station
- Llanbedr, 220 m from the finish. Directions SH 579 268
- Bus stops
- Bus stop, 420 m from the finish. Directions SH 585 268Victoria Inn, 420 m from the finish. Directions SH 585 268Maes Artro, 470 m from the finish. Directions SH 585 267
Planning the Wales Coast Path
- Planning the whole trail: walescoastpath.gov.uk.
- Baggage transfer: the services listed for the trail.
What to expect
Underfoot: grass 41%, paved or flagged 33%, earth, rock and mud 18%.
About 33% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 1 stile, 12 kissing gates, 9 gates, 2 flights of steps.
Steepest climb: about 57 m in a kilometre (1 in 18), starting 5.8 miles in.
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