Terms and Conditions

Operating days 2011

Weather permitting trains will run every day from mid March to the end of October. From March to early May it is expected that trains will run to Clogwyn. The summit is the usual destination between May and October (subject to winter weather conditions). Trains may be operated by steam or diesel traction.

Tickets please

The Ticket Office at Llanberis opens daily during the season at 8:30 am for TICKET COLLECTION & WALK UP SALES. Tickets can also be purchased in advance of the day of travel ON LINE at www.snowdonrailway.co.uk or by telephone with a credit/debit card. PLEASE NOTE: Only ADVANCED sales can be made online or by telephone, NOT ON THE DAY OF TRAVEL and are subject to £3.50 admin charge PER BOOKING. We recommend customers arrive 60 minutes prior to travel to collect pre-booked tickets and enjoy the free Film Theatre production. Tickets are non – transferable or refundable so please check the weather forecast before making a booking (www.metoffice.gov.uk).

Single tickets

Can be purchased in advance for the journey UP Snowdon. DESCENT single tickets are only available on a stand by basis from the Stationmasters Office on the SUMMIT platform. PLEASE NOTE: At busy times the trains are full of return ticket holders so we therefore cannot guarantee a journey back should you decide to walk up.

Departure times

The first departure from Llanberis is scheduled for 9am and every 30 minutes thereafter, although trains run to passenger demand. During peak times the trains normally run half hourly with the last possible departure at 5pm. On very busy days all trains may be sold out by mid-morning. To avoid disappointment please call to check availability.

Journey duration

The return journey to the summit can take up to 2½ hours, during which the train waits for approximately 30 minutes, allowing passengers a short break at the Summit before returning on the same train. Because all trains are full it is not possible to extend your stopover time at the Summit.

Dogs and Luggage

Only officially registered support dogs can be allowed on trains and bulky luggage cannot be carried.

Car Parking

There is a pay and display car park situated at the rear of Llanberis Station.

Disabled

Disabled passengers requiring the wheelchair accessible carriage are asked to telephone in advance to discuss their particular requirements. Click here to find out more information on our disabled access

The Weather

Weather conditions on Snowdon are very unpredictable and can change quickly. If weather conditions become severe and trains cannot proceed to the Summit they will terminate at Clogwyn Station (3/4 distance up Snowdon) or Rocky Valley (5/8 up Snowdon). A reduced fare is offered for such journeys.

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The Railway operates from Llanberis
Station on the A4086.

Approximate travelling times from:
• Caernarfon 15 minutes
• A55 Junction 11 Bangor 20 minutes
• Bangor 25 minutes
• Betws-y-Coed 45 minutes
• Porthmadog 45 minutes
• Chester 90 minutes

To find information on local buses and trains either call 0871 200 22 33 or click www.traveline.info