Coast to Coast Path
Coast to Coast Path is a 317 km long-distance hiking route through Northern England, suited to hikers who want cross-country hiking terrain and a clear…
Route overview
A multi-stage route through Northern England, with highlights including Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, sea-to-sea crossing.
Coast to Coast Path gives hikers a structured way to experience Northern England over several days. The route is best approached as a staged hike, with planning attention on accommodation, weather, navigation and daily distance. For BuddieHikes, it is a strong candidate because the trail is long enough to benefit from a hiking partner, while still being understandable as a clear route objective.
Coast to Coast Path is a 317 km long-distance hiking route through Northern England, suited to hikers who want cross-country hiking terrain and a clear multi-day objective.
Trail facts
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- Northern England
- Distance
- 317 km
- Typical duration
- 14–18 days
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Elevation gain
- Not officially documented in source listing
- Best season
- May to September
- Trail type
- Long-distance trail
Access and logistics
- Bookings
- Check accommodation, hut, camping and transport options before committing to the full route.
Safety context
Long distances between services, navigation demands and weather exposure make conservative planning important.
Highlights
Lake District Yorkshire Dales North York Moors sea-to-sea crossing
Why find a buddy
This route is well suited to finding a hiking buddy because the distance, logistics and multi-day structure are easier and safer to manage with someone who has a similar pace and planning style.
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.