4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Bangor
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Bangor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Bangor will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Bangor on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 293 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 6 h 24 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.
10:56 AM6h24Glasgow5:20 PMBangor$451One-way0 transfers- 9:36 AM5h05Glasgow2:41 PMBangor$1321One-way0 transfers
- 9:36 AM5h05Glasgow2:41 PMBangor$1321One-way0 transfers
- 10:56 AM6h24Glasgow5:20 PMBangor$451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Glasgow to Bangor
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Bangor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $142.
Distance: 182 miles (293 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price Cheapest | $199 Average price | $223 Average price | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Bangor:
A train is $100 (€82) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Glasgow to Bangor costing on average $199 (€163).
A train is $124 (€101) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Bangor costing on average $223 (€182).
Other travel options to Bangor take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 2m.
Bus takes on average 9h 27m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (4h 40m by train vs 4h 58m by car). Tickets start at around $99 (€81) compared to roughly $30 (€24) 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Bangor
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Bangor run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (293 km) distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 182 miles (293 km) |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 8:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Bangor trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Bangor from $41 (€34). 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 Glasgow to Bangor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Bangor
Most Glasgow to Bangor trains use the Glasgow Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Bangor train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
Getting to Hyndland from Glasgow city centre
Hyndland is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Hyndland train station facilities and services
Hyndland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, 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 Hyndland.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hyndland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hyndland. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hyndland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hyndland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hyndland: 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 Island platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bangor station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
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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