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Pennine Way (Middleton in Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm) vs West Highland Way (Kingshouse to Kinlochleven)

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

Units
Pennine Way (Middleton in Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm) West Highland Way (Kingshouse to Kinlochleven)
Distance 118 mi191 km 9.0 mi15 km
Elevation gain 8,350 ft2,545 m 1,152 ft351 m
Typical duration 8 days 1 day
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network National National
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Best time to hike Best months: May, August Best months: May, July, September
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Pennine Way (Middleton in Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm) vs West Highland Way (Kingshouse to Kinlochleven): which should you hike?

At 118 mi191 km, Pennine Way (Middleton in Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm) is the longer route — roughly 109 mi176 km more than West Highland Way (Kingshouse to Kinlochleven) (9.0 mi15 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 (Kingshouse to Kinlochleven) 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.