Snowdon Pyg Track

A rugged, dramatic rocky mountain pass

Route Overview

The Pyg Track is one of the most famous and scenic trails up Snowdon. Starting high at Pen-y-Pass (359m), it cuts across the foothills of Crib Goch, climbing steadily over rocky paths and stone steps. The route offers breathtaking views of Llyn Llydaw and Glaslyn lakes below, before climbing steeply to join the Llanberis path at Bwlch Glas for the final push to the summit.

Travel & Getting There from London Victoria

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

By Bus: Take National Express coach from Victoria to Bangor, then board Sherpa Bus S2 directly to the high mountain pass at Pen-y-Pass. (6h 45m - 7h 45m from London Victoria)

By Car & Parking: Nearest car park is Pen-y-Pass Car Park (Pre-booking mandatory on JustPark, LL55 4NY) or Nant Peris Park & Ride. Drive time from London Victoria is approx 4h 40m - 5h 25m from London Victoria (242 miles via M40, M6, A5 West & A4086 to Pen-y-Pass). From London Victoria, drive via M40 and M6 to M54/A5, continue on A5 to Capel Curig, and turn onto the A4086 directly up to Pen-y-Pass (advance parking reservation strictly required).

Trailside Cafes & Historic Country Pubs

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

• ☕ Pen-y-Pass Cafe: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.
• ☕ Hafod Eryri Summit Cafe: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I travel to Snowdon Pyg Track from London?

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

Where is the closest car park for Snowdon Pyg Track?

Nearest car park is Pen-y-Pass Car Park (Pre-booking mandatory on JustPark, LL55 4NY) or Nant Peris Park & Ride. Drive time from London Victoria is approx 4h 40m - 5h 25m from London Victoria (242 miles via M40, M6, A5 West & A4086 to Pen-y-Pass). From London Victoria, drive via M40 and M6 to M54/A5, continue on A5 to Capel Curig, and turn onto the A4086 directly up to Pen-y-Pass (advance parking reservation strictly required).

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

Snowdon Pyg Track covers 11 km (7 miles) with an estimated duration of 4 - 5 hours, graded as Challenging. Starts at Pen-y-Pass and finishes at Pen-y-Pass.