4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bangor
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Bangor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bangor will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh for Bangor on Thu, Jul 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 5 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:52 AM5h49Edinburgh2:41 PMBangor$561One-way0 transfers- 7:52 AM5h49Edinburgh1:41 PMBangor$891One-way0 transfers
- 10:52 AM5h45Edinburgh4:37 PMBangor$1871One-way0 transfers
- 10:52 AM5h45Edinburgh4:37 PMBangor$1871One-way0 transfers
- 8:52 AM5h49Edinburgh2:41 PMBangor$561One-way0 transfers
- 7:52 AM5h49Edinburgh1:41 PMBangor$891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Bangor
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bangor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $200.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$86 Average price Cheapest | $309 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Bangor:
A train is $224 (€184) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Bangor costing on average $309 (€254).
Other travel options to Bangor take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 23m.
The journey is about 56m faster (4h 42m by train vs 5h 38m by car) and roughly $0.62 (€0.51) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($86 (€70) vs $86 (€71)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Bangor train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bangor trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W84901+ G89086+ G39027+W34039 | On time 8:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h17 | 1:29 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 3 transfers | |
| W33933+G38409 | On time 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h16 | 2:08 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
| W84907+W33973+G89095+G39032 | On time 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h22 | 3:33 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 3 transfers | |
| W34060+G38415 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h16 | 4:08 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
| W84912+W34063+G89102+G39035 | On time 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h21 | 5:33 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 3 transfers | |
| W34124+G38389 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h15 | 6:07 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
| W84918+W34050+G89075+G39037 | On time 2:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h21 | 7:33 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 3 transfers | |
| W00587+G38398 | On time 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h18 | 8:10 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
| W84923+W34200+G89082+G39040 | On time 4:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h24 | 9:35 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bangor
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Bangor run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 19:11. The fastest train covers the 192 miles (309 km) distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 4:13 AM |
Last train 7:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Edinburgh to Bangor trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bangor from $54 (€44). 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 Edinburgh to Bangor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Bangor
Most Edinburgh to Bangor trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Bangor (Gwynedd) station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bangor train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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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