17 Apr 2025
Spring is in the air, the daffodils are blooming, and the Easter holidays are here!
What better way to celebrate than by escaping the hustle and bustle and exploring the breathtaking beauty of Wales?
Forget the traffic jams and crowded car parks, let’s leave the car behind and embark on an Easter adventure together.
Rail to Trail: arrive by train, explore on foot.
Many of our stations act as gateways to renowned national trails and walking routes throughout the Wales and borders network.
What are you waiting for? Pack up your rucksack, pull on your hiking boots and hop on board one of our trains to go straight from rail to trail.
Discover the perfect starting point for your adventure with this fantastic resource:
https://tfw.wales/ways-to-travel/walking-and-wheeling/walking-and-wheeling-routes.
Easter Trail Inspirations
With the help of Ramblers Cymru and GoJauntly, we’ve highlighted some stations which make a great starting point for your rail to trail adventure.
- Wales Coastal Path
One of the most picturesque little towns in Wales, Conwy’s well-preserved narrow streets and medieval castle provide a fabulous start to your coastal walk.
Download the GoJountly app to start exploring local routes.
- Offa’s Dyke gateway stations
For a one-day outing on Offa’s Dyke arrive at either Ruabon or Chirk station to enjoy the 13km walk between both stations. Along the route enjoy views of the dyke such as Chirk castle, and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pontycysyllte aqueduct.
- Eryri National Park.
The Cambrian and Conwy Valley rail lines run into the National Park. Our rail services paired with The Sherpa’r Wyddfa bus are a great way to travel around the park.
Bangor station - From here take the S2 sherpa to Llanberis.
Porthmadog station - From here take the S4 Sherpa bus which will take you to the Watkin Path.
Betws y Coed station - From here take the S1 Sherpa to Llanberis for the Llanberis Path or Pen y Pass for Pyg and Miners Track.
- Pembrokeshire Coastal Path
Hop off at stations such as Pembroke or Tenby and step directly onto the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.
Experience dramatic cliffs, golden sands, and the invigorating sea air – what is there not to like about Pembroke?
Remember to plan ahead and book your tickets in advance for an unforgettable Easter adventure.
Trade those chocolate eggs for a pair of walking boots and embark on a rail-to-trail adventure with us.
The journey is just as rewarding as the destination!
