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To ensure the comfort and safety of all our passengers, we only allow assistance animals to be brought on board our trains. As a heritage narrow-gauge railway, our carriages have limited space, and unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate pets of any kind regardless of their nature, with the exception of registered assistance animals. Due to the carriage compartments, it wouldn't be a nice experience for pets either.

This policy has been put in place following previous experiences where pets caused disruptions, including incidents of barking, fouling, guests having allergic reactions and even animals fighting with each other. Guest experience is paramount and this decision was based on that.

A return journey to the summit is approximately 2.5 hours, which includes a 30-minute stopover at Hafod Eryri, the UK’s highest visitor centre. A return journey to Clogwyn Station is approximately 2 hours, which allows for a 30-minute stopover before returning to Llanberis.

For logistical reasons and to account for unpredictable weather conditions and potential disruptions to train services, passengers must return on the same train.

Single tickets for the Traditional Diesel Service can be purchased in advance online (subject to a £4.00 booking fee per transaction) or at the Llanberis Station ticket office when available, exclusively for the journey up the mountain.

Single tickets for descending the mountain cannot be reserved in advance and are only available on a first-come, first-served basis at the destination stations of the day (Clogwyn Station or Snowdon Summit). But please be advised, these are very limited. The reason for not offering pre-booked tickets for descending the mountain is due to the unpredictable nature of the weather which can affect our train services. All travel is subject to weather conditions, and if wind speeds on the mountain exceed our safety limits, our services may be disrupted or even suspended. This can occur at any time of the year. Additionally, technical issues may also prevent trains from reaching their destination. Visitors who choose to hike up the mountain should be prepared to hike back down as well.

A return ticket is only valid when boarding a train at our Llanberis Station. We unfortunately cannot allow passengers to hike to the summit and then use a return ticket solely for the journey back down. This policy is in place because there have been previous instances where sudden high winds have prevented guests trains from departing the station, leaving passengers stranded at the summit without a means of transportation back down.

If you have purchased Ticket Protection Cover through TicketPlan and need to make a claim, you can do so by visiting www.ticketplangroup.com/refund-application-form to complete an online refund application form. Alternatively, you can email them at refunds@ticketplangroup.com to request a form.

We recommend reaching out as soon as possible after you become aware of any circumstances that might lead to a claim.

Please note that as TicketPlan is an external partner, the Snowdon Mountain Railway team is not able to process or assist with claims directly. However, the TicketPlan team will be happy to help and guide you through the process.

A return ticket is only valid when boarding a train at our Llanberis Station. We unfortunately cannot allow passengers to hike to the summit and then use a return ticket solely for the journey back down. This policy is in place because there have been previous instances where sudden high winds have prevented guests trains from departing the station, leaving passengers stranded at the summit without a means of transportation back down.

We advise that the entire journey, from beginning to end, lasts approximately 3.5 hours for a round trip to the summit. This timeframe accounts for arriving at least 45 minutes before your scheduled ticket time as strongly advised.

For return journeys to Clogwyn (third of the way up the mountain), the experience would take approximately 3 hours.

Our trains operate in all weather conditions, including rainy, cloudy, or inclement weather. In rare instances, extreme winds on the mountain may necessitate a shorter journey or even cancellation. Visibility on the mountain can change with the click of a finger. As a result, visibility cannot be guaranteed as part of the journey itself.

In the event that your train must be cancelled, you will have the option to reschedule your booking for another day or receive a full refund. The safety of our team and visitors is paramount.

Please be advised that in the event of adverse weather conditions, if you choose not to travel voluntarily and the trains are running as scheduled, your ticket will be forfeited without a refund.

Please visit the Met Office website and search for Yr Wyddfa / Snowdon Summit for your chosen day. This will give you an idea of conditions and visibility.

All pre-booked tickets can be collected from the Ticket Office at Llanberis Station up to 45 minutes before departure. Simply present your booking reference number or confirmation to retrieve your tickets.

Any available tickets for on the day travel are sold online from 8.30am and from the ticket office at Llanberis Station and these tickets sell out very quickly. During busy periods and particularly in good weather, all of our trains can be sold out so advance booking is highly recommended.

There is a discounted rate for groups of over 25 fare paying passengers. Please see the groups section further up this page for more information.

In order to provide a seamless experience for all passengers, our trains operate on strict departure schedules and cannot be delayed for latecomers. Unfortunately, if you miss your scheduled departure, you will need to purchase additional tickets, based on availability. Due to high demand, our trains are often at full capacity, making it difficult to accommodate late arrivals on other trains.

Llanberis is a popular destination throughout the year, and we highly recommend arriving at least 45 minutes before your scheduled departure time to ensure a smooth boarding process. Your punctuality is greatly appreciated as it allows us to maintain the efficiency and timeliness of our services for all passengers. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Advance bookings are made via our website and are subject to a £4.00 administration charge per booking (not per ticket). During busy periods, such as school holidays and spells of fine weather, we can sell out weeks in advance, so it’s always better to pre-book before travelling to avoid disappointment.

Children aged 2 or under may travel free of charge (1 child per fare-paying adult), providing they sit on an accompanying adult’s lap and do not occupy a seat. A child ticket is for children aged 3-15 years old. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while travelling on the railway.

If tickets become available for purchase on the day, they are sold online and from the ticket office at Llanberis Station from 8.30am daily. During peak holiday periods, particularly in good weather, all of our trains may be sold out so advance booking is highly recommended.

During the early season (March-April) a return journey to Clogwyn Station allows for a 30-minute stopover before passengers return on the same train. This is the only logistical way we can guarantee to bring you back down the mountain as there may not be availability or trains later in the day and with the weather able to change very quickly, train services may be stopped at short notice.

The 30-minute stopover at Clogwyn does not allow enough time to walk to the summit and back and travel down on your return ticket. If you’d like to walk from Clogwyn to the summit, which will take approximately 1 hour, you can pre-book a single ticket up.

Single tickets down from Clogwyn are only available on a standby basis at Clogwyn (March-April only) and walkers must be aware that there is no guarantee of there being trains with available seats on the mountain at any given time. Therefore, if you walk up, you should be prepared to walk down as well.

The first train is scheduled to leave Llanberis Station at 9.00am with subsequent trains scheduled for departure at 30-minute intervals throughout the day subject to passenger demand. If you plan on purchasing a ticket on the day of travel, we highly recommend booking online before your journey to ensure availability and avoid any potential disappointment.

Hafod Eryri opens from 10.00am daily (weather permitting) when trains are travelling to the summit and closes 20-minutes before the last train leaves the summit.

On bad weather days and when access to the summit via train is not possible, Hafod Eryri will remain closed. Please visit our social media channels for the latest summit updates.

A return ticket allows for an approximately 30-minute stopover at Hafod Eryri, the UK’s highest visitor centre.

For logistical reasons and to account for unpredictable weather conditions and potential disruptions to train services, passengers must return on the same train.

A return journey to Clogwyn Station (March-April only) allows for a 30-minute stopover.

For logistical reasons and to account for unpredictable weather conditions and potential disruptions to train services, passengers must return on the same train.

The 30-minute stopover at Clogwyn Station does not provide sufficient time to walk to the summit and back to Clogwyn in order to travel on your return ticket. If you intend to walk from Clogwyn Station to the summit, which typically takes around 1 hour, it is advisable to pre-book a single ticket for the ascent. Single tickets for the descent from Clogwyn Station are only available on a standby basis at Clogwyn itself, and it is important for walkers to understand that there is no guarantee of available seats on the trains at any given time. Therefore, if you choose to walk up, you should be prepared to walk back down

A Sherpa bus service operates throughout the season and runs a circular route around the Snowdonia area.

Please use the link below provided by the Snowdonia National Park to plan your journey:

Sherpa'r Wyddfa bus service

Travel to Clogwyn Station is during March and April only, and trains stop here for approximately 30 minutes.

An average time to walk from Clogwyn Station to the summit would be approximately 1 hour. It is a mile in distance and 1000‘ increase in altitude up a 1:5 incline.

We highly recommend that passengers arrive at least 45 minutes prior to departure in order to collect pre-booked tickets and utilise the various facilities available. This will allow you ample time to relax, shop, dine, and enjoy the picturesque surroundings of Llanberis Station before embarking on your journey aboard the Snowdon Mountain Railway. Please be advised that tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable, so it is imperative that you do not miss your scheduled departure time. Additionally, we strongly advise that you make use of the restroom facilities before boarding, as there are no toilets available during the duration of your journey.

As part of our mission to help preserve the mountain for generations to come and to play our part in combatting climate change, here are some top tips for packing before you visit us.

• Bring a reusable water bottle
• Source local and seasonal produce
• Pack food in paper or beeswax wraps
• Use a lunchbox for provisions and waste too
• Buy second-hand clothing with natural fibre layers

The Snowdon Mountain Railway station is situated in Llanberis on the A4086, with the postcode LL55 4TU providing direct access to our car park located behind the station. The closest mainline railway station is Bangor, approximately 10 miles away from Llanberis. Additionally, there are bus services available from various local destinations. The closest bus stop to Snowdon Mountain Railway is Llanberis Maes Padarn. For further details on local bus and train schedules, please contact 0871 2002233 or visit www.traveline.info

We offer a small pay-and-display car park located behind the station on Victoria Terrace (LL55 4TU). There are two payment machines within the car park that accept coins and you can also make payment via a QR code located at the payment machine. This enables you to make a payment by card. Please be aware that parking availability may be limited during peak times. It is important to note that the car park across the road from the Station is not affiliated with or managed by Snowdon Mountain Railway. Additionally, there are plenty of paid parking options available in Llanberis that do not require advance booking. We advise all guests to arrive at least 45 minutes before departure to ensure an enjoyable experience. Due to high demand, our trains are often at full capacity, making it difficult to accommodate late arrivals on other trains.

LL55 4TU is a generic postcode for the immediate area and will take you to within half a mile of the railway station. Our car park is located on Victoria Terrace behind the Station.

Please be advised of the parking tariffs for the Snowdon Mountain Railway car park, situated behind Llanberis Station on Victoria Terrace:

- 30 minutes: Free
- 4 additional hours: £6
- 8 additional hours: £12
- 12 additional hours: £18

These tariffs are applicable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including for Blue Badge holders. There are two payment machines within the car park that accept coins and you can also make payment via a QR code located at the payment machine. This enables you to make a payment by card. Payment for parking tickets can also be made by card at the Trading Post shop (when open) located at the car park entrance, or at the Llanberis Station shop (when open).

Should you require additional time, it can be purchased at the payment machines before exiting the car park. Failure to adhere to the terms and conditions will result in a parking charge of £100. Please note that in the event of train cancellations at short notice, refunds on parking fees are not provided. It is important to be aware that the car park opposite Llanberis Station is not owned or managed by Snowdon Mountain Railway. Thank you for your cooperation.

All major credit and debit cards are accepted with the exception of American Express.

Snowdon Mountain Railway operates a disabled access policy. Wheelchair users are asked to call us to discuss their specific requirements prior to booking.

There is a small, independently run café halfway up the Llanberis Path.

There are no toilet facilities onboard the trains, or at Clogwyn Station. There are facilities at Llanberis Station and up at the summit visitor centre.

There are toilets up at Hafod Eyri, the summit visitor centre, when the building is open (May - October, weather permitting).

We apologise for the inconvenience, but we are unable to accommodate large, bulky items due to limited space. However, pushchairs can be left (at the owner's risk) at the platform in Llanberis Station. These can then be collected on your return.

Hafod Eryri opens from 10.00 am daily from the 15th of May to the 27th of October (weather permitting) and will close 20-minutes before the last train leaves the summit. On bad weather days and when access to the summit via train is not possible, Hafod Eryri will remain closed. Visit our Facebook and X pages for the latest summit updates.