HomeTrailsEuropean walking route E2 west, UK, South West England vs West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan)

European walking route E2 west, UK, South West England vs West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan)

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

European walking route E2 west, UK, South West England West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan)
Distance 44 km 23 km
Elevation gain 641 m 612 m
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International National
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Best time to hike Best months: May, June, August Best months: May, July, September
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

European walking route E2 west, UK, South West England vs West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan): which should you hike?

At 44 km, European walking route E2 west, UK, South West England is the longer route — roughly 21 km more than West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan) (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 (Drymen to Rowardennan) 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.