Coast to Coast Walk
~14 days · 188.1 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Coast to Coast Walk is known for
Wainwright’s Coast to Coast crosses northern England from St Bees on the Irish Sea through the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors to Robin Hood’s Bay. This whole-trail itinerary follows OpenStreetMap relation 12145 (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); the official length and National Trail status are published by National Trails.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 66 ft to 7,858 ft over 188.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 51.9 mi · 28%
- Downhill 69.1 mi · 37%
- Flat 67.1 mi · 36%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Coast to Coast Walk?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Coast to Coast Walk scores 58/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Coast to Coast Walk take?
Most backpackers hike the Coast to Coast Walk in about 14 days (13 nights out) over its 188.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Coast to Coast Walk?
The Coast to Coast Walk climbs roughly 27,408 ft total — about 146 ft per mile, topping out near 2,562 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.