- Must visit
Storiel
University museum with changing displays on art, archaeology, and natural history, offering a compact introduction to regional collections.
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$206
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
9
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 $206 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Bangor without transferring at least once.
W33350+
G38396
W84905+
W43647+
W33191+
G38370
W33219+
G38381
W33256+
W44296
W33163+
L87940+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
G38382
W84917+
W33163+
W43716 · G38382
W84911+
W33314+
W43699 · G38376
W84905+
W43647+
W33191+
G38370
W33256+
W44296
W33197 · W33317Omio 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 $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $144.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$101 Average price Cheapest | $203 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 5h 4m 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 $102 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Bangor costing on average $203.
Other travel options to Bangor take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 4m.
You'll arrive about 53m sooner (4h 45m by train vs 5h 38m by car). Tickets start at around $101 compared to roughly $89 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bangor trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33147+ L87804+ W43674 · G38367 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h31 | 2:31 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 3 transfers | |
W84905+ W33191+ W43647 · G38370 | 10:13 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h07 | 3:20 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 3 transfers | |
W33256+ W44296 | 10:51 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h20 | 4:11 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
W84911+ W33314+ W43699 · G38376 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h06 | 5:18 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 3 transfers | |
W33219+ G38381 | 12:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h34 | 6:25 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 transfer | |
W33163+ L87940+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W43716 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h17 | 7:17 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 4 transfers | |
W84917+ W33163+ W43716 · G38382 | 2:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h05 | 7:17 PM Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Bangor run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 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 16m.
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 4:13 AM |
Last train 7:11 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Bangor — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bangor trip today.
University museum with changing displays on art, archaeology, and natural history, offering a compact introduction to regional collections.
University gallery showing contemporary and historical art in a respected academic setting with regular public exhibitions.
University arts center with gallery exhibitions, often featuring local artists, student work, and touring visual art shows.
Green waterfront area beside the pier, popular for walks, sea views, and watching the changing light over the strait.
Popular walking route linking city streets to the pier and waterfront, rewarding visitors with classic Bangor sea views.
Historic high street with shops and civic buildings, ideal for seeing everyday Bangor and Victorian urban character.
Traditional Welsh cakes are griddled currant-studded cakes, served warm with sugar. They are a classic everyday treat across North Wales.
Bara brith is a moist Welsh tea loaf packed with dried fruit and spice. It is a cherished teatime bake often served sliced with butter.
Cawl is a hearty Welsh soup or stew, usually made with lamb and root vegetables. It is one of Wales's best-known traditional comfort dishes.
Casual coffee and brunch spot known for quality coffee, cakes, and light lunches. A reliable choice for daytime dining in Bangor.
Long-established Italian restaurant near Bangor pier, popular for pizza, pasta, and friendly casual dining with estuary views nearby.
Stylish brasserie in central Bangor known for modern British cooking, seafood, and steaks in a polished but relaxed setting.
Moderate for the UK. Bangor is cheaper than major UK cities, with lower hotel and dining costs; local buses and trains are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares; cafes usually need no tip, but small change is appreciated.
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Bangor Station -> Bangor High Street, 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.

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.
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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
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.
Brunstane is 6 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Brunstane has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Brunstane.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brunstane: Parking.
Available at Brunstane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brunstane: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 is available at Bangor (Gwynedd).
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bangor (Gwynedd): Parking, WC.
Available at Bangor (Gwynedd): Bike Parking.
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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