The Coastal Way: St Davids to Aberdaron Road Trip

Follow the established Coastal Way corridor between St Davids and Aberdaron. This is a major west-Wales road trip linking coastal towns, estuaries and mountain backdrops; use several days if you want time for the places around the route.

Driving roads near St Davids and Aberdaron. Nearby visits are optional. · 166 miles · 285 minutes estimated driving · Point-to-point

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Photo: @ Peter McDermott / Geograph

Highlights along the way

Cardigan Bay

The west-Wales corridor links coastal sections and estuary approaches around the bay.

Mawddach Estuary

The coast-road setting changes around the estuary near Dolgellau and Barmouth.

Llyn Peninsula

The northern end follows the peninsula’s through-roads towards Aberdaron.

Before you set off

A long continuous drive is possible only with sensible breaks; several days are preferable for visits. Attraction and beach detours are not part of the plotted line. Check current road closures, vehicle suitability and weather before travel. Driving time excludes stops and live traffic. The route follows through-roads; all visits off the line are independent optional detours.

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