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Bristol to Bangor train with Transport for Wales
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Bangor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $60, and a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$65 Average price Cheapest | $138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $65 (€53) compared to roughly $138 (€113) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $73 (€60). The journey takes 4h 37m versus 4h 18m 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
Bristol to Bangor train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bangor trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:27 AM Bristol | 5h14 | 1:41 PM Bangor | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:33 AM Bristol | 5h08 | 2:41 PM Bangor | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:57 AM Bristol | 4h38 | 3:35 PM Bangor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Bangor
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Trains from Bristol to Bangor run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 20:57. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 8:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Bristol to Bangor trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Bristol and Bangor from $60 (€49). 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 Bristol to Bangor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bangor 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 Bangor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Bangor
Most Bristol to Bangor trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Bangor (Gwynedd) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Bangor train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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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.
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