Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap) vs West Highland Way (Rowardennan to Inverarnan)
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap) | West Highland Way (Rowardennan to Inverarnan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 142 km | 23 km |
| Elevation gain | 3,055 m | 488 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| 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 months: May, July, September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap) vs West Highland Way (Rowardennan to Inverarnan): which should you hike?
At 142 km, Coast to Coast Walk (St Bees to Shap) is the longer route — roughly 119 km more than West Highland Way (Rowardennan to Inverarnan) (23 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, West Highland Way (Rowardennan to Inverarnan) 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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