Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap) vs Pembrokeshire Coast Path main route
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap) | Pembrokeshire Coast Path main route | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 60 mi96 km | 174 mi279 km |
| Elevation gain | 9,685 ft2,952 m | 3,422 ft1,043 m |
| Typical duration | 5 days | 11 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | National | National |
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Best time to hike | Best months: May, July, August | Best from July to July |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap) vs Pembrokeshire Coast Path main route: which should you hike?
At 174 mi279 km, Pembrokeshire Coast Path main route is the longer route — roughly 114 mi183 km more than Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap) (60 mi96 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap) is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.
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