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Compare train and flight for Bangor to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bangor to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $297 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $297, while a train costs an average of $297.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$297 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 30m Average total duration Fastest 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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You'll arrive about 1h 27m sooner (8h 0m by train vs 9h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $297 compared to roughly $14 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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How to get from Bangor to Cardiff by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bangor to Cardiff is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
2:20 PM 21h45 Bangor 12:05 PM Cardiff $73 1 One-way 0 transfers
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2:20 PM 21h45 Bangor 12:05 PM Cardiff $73 1 One-way 0 transfers
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2:20 PM 21h45 Bangor 12:05 PM Cardiff $73 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bangor and Cardiff as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Stranraer station (STR) and arrive in Cardiff Central (CDF).
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales to go to Cardiff by train.
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