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Snowdon Mountain Railway & Yr Wyddfa

Llanberis, Wales

Victorian rack railway to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Wales' highest peak - celebrated 130 years in 2026. Heritage steam or diesel.

Official website Directions Where to stay

Mooch tip Many walk up the Llanberis Path and ride down (single tickets).

Visiting

Opening times
Seasonal - usually March to end October (to Clogwyn early season, summit from mid-May); closed for winter now
How long to allow
2.5 hours return
Best time to go
Clear summer mornings
Accessibility
Diesel carriages take wheelchairs (call ahead)

Getting there

Address
Llanberis, LL55 4TU
Parking
Pay car park behind station
Nearest station
Bangor then bus

Places to stay near Snowdon Mountain Railway & Yr Wyddfa

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Mooch isn’t connected to this attraction and doesn’t sell tickets. Details are from our research – please check with the attraction before you travel.

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