Snowdon Miners' Track

A historic path passing deep mountain lakes

Route Overview

The Miners' Track starts alongside the Pyg Track at Pen-y-Pass, but takes a much flatter route initially. It follows the wide gravel track built for the old Britannia Copper Mine, crossing Llyn Llydaw via a causeway and passing ruins of old mining barracks. From Glaslyn lake, the path climbs steeply over rocky steps to merge with the Pyg Track, ascending to the summit ridge.

Travel & Getting There from London Victoria

By Train: Train from London Euston to Bangor, then Sherpa Bus S2 to Pen-y-Pass trailhead. (Station: Bangor Station, then Sherpa Bus to Pen-y-Pass, duration: 3h 45m from London Euston).

By Bus: Take National Express coach to Bangor from Victoria, transfer to Sherpa Bus S2 directly up to Pen-y-Pass. (6h 45m - 7h 45m from London Victoria)

By Car & Parking: Nearest car park is Pen-y-Pass Car Park (LL55 4NY) / Nant Peris Park & Ride (LL55 4UF). Drive time from London Victoria is approx 4h 40m - 5h 25m from London Victoria (242 miles via M40, M6, A5 & A4086). From London Victoria, drive via M40, M6 to A5 past Betws-y-Coed, turn onto A4086 to Pen-y-Pass or park at Nant Peris Park & Ride and take the shuttle.

Trailside Cafes & Historic Country Pubs

Refreshment and dining stops located along or near the Snowdon Miners' Track trail:

• ☕ Pen-y-Pass Cafe: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.
• ☕ Cugws Snowdon Inn: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I travel to Snowdon Miners' Track from London?

Train from London Euston to Bangor, then Sherpa Bus S2 to Pen-y-Pass trailhead. (Station: Bangor Station, then Sherpa Bus to Pen-y-Pass, duration: 3h 45m from London Euston).

Where is the closest car park for Snowdon Miners' Track?

Nearest car park is Pen-y-Pass Car Park (LL55 4NY) / Nant Peris Park & Ride (LL55 4UF). Drive time from London Victoria is approx 4h 40m - 5h 25m from London Victoria (242 miles via M40, M6, A5 & A4086). From London Victoria, drive via M40, M6 to A5 past Betws-y-Coed, turn onto A4086 to Pen-y-Pass or park at Nant Peris Park & Ride and take the shuttle.

How long is the hike and what is the terrain difficulty?

Snowdon Miners' Track covers 13 km (8 miles) with an estimated duration of 4.5 - 5 hours, graded as Challenging. Starts at Pen-y-Pass and finishes at Pen-y-Pass.