The cheapest and fastest trains from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€40
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€53
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 13 m
Trains on Sep 19
32
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
It's difficult to get from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) without transferring at least once.
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N609243:32 PM2h38Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)6:10 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€401One-way1 transfer
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N609262:32 PM2h38Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)5:10 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€401One-way1 transfer
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N609262:18 PM2h52Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)5:10 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€401One-way2 transfers
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N609243:16 PM2h54Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)6:10 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€401One-way2 transfers
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G891343:05 PM2h14Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)5:19 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€451One-way1 transfer
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G8912211:07 AM2h11Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)1:18 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€531One-way1 transfer
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G891189:05 AM2h13Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)11:18 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€501One-way1 transfer
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G891385:05 PM2h13Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)7:18 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€611One-way1 transfer
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G891281:05 PM2h13Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)3:18 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€501One-way1 transfer
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G891343:05 PM2h14Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)5:19 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€451One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, while a ferry costs an average of €51.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price | €29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV):
A train is €16 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) costing on average €51.
Other travel options to Manchester Victoria (MCV) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 3h 25m.
Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-5.44. The journey takes 2h 11m versus 2h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33482+ G38513+ N60935 | 6:15 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h55 | 9:10 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
G38513+ N60935 | 6:29 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h41 | 9:10 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38513+ G89114 | 6:29 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h49 | 9:18 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
W33562 · W33791+ N60884 | 7:17 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h53 | 10:10 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
G38515+ N60884 | 7:32 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 10:10 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38554+ G89116 | 8:03 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h16 | 10:19 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
W33590 · W33695+ N60883 | 8:16 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h54 | 11:10 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
G38517+ N60883 | 8:33 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h37 | 11:10 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38922+ G89118 | 9:05 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h13 | 11:18 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
W33491 · W33582+ N60882 | 9:16 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h54 | 12:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
G38519+ N60882 | 9:32 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 12:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38519+ G89120 | 9:32 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h46 | 12:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38521+ N60881 | 10:32 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 1:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38924+ G89122 | 11:07 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h11 | 1:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38524+ N60929 | 11:32 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 2:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38524+ G89124 | 11:32 AM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h46 | 2:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38526+ N60928 | 12:32 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 3:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38926+ G89128 | 1:05 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h13 | 3:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38528+ N60927 | 1:32 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 4:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38528+ G89131 | 1:32 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h46 | 4:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
W33645 · W33382+ N60926 | 2:18 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h52 | 5:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
W33645+ G38530+ N60926 | 2:18 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h52 | 5:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
G38530+ N60926 | 2:32 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 5:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38929+ G89134 | 3:05 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h14 | 5:19 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
W33424 · W33550+ N60924 | 3:16 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h54 | 6:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
W33424+ G38532+ N60924 | 3:16 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h54 | 6:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
G38532+ G89136 | 3:32 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h46 | 6:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38532+ N60924 | 3:32 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 6:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38534+ N60922 | 4:32 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 7:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38933+ G89138 | 5:05 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h13 | 7:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38536+ N60921 | 5:32 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h38 | 8:10 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
G38536+ G89141 | 5:32 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2h46 | 8:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Trains from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:03, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 7:03 AM |
Last train 8:11 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Transport for Wales from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Most Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains use the Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bangor (Gwynedd) from Bangor city centre
Bangor (Gwynedd) train station facilities and services
Bangor (Gwynedd) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bangor (Gwynedd).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bangor (Gwynedd). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bangor (Gwynedd): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bangor (Gwynedd): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangor (Gwynedd): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Both platforms are accessible with a footbridge and lifts connecting platform 1 (to Chester) and platform 2 (to Holyhead). Step-free access is also available separately via a ramp from the north car park to Platform 1, and walkway from the south car park to Platform 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Ticket machines are located outside the ticket office and on Platform 2, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 09:00 - 23:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

