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Compare train and flight for Cardiff to Bangor
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Bangor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $299 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $299, while a train costs an average of $299.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$299 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 32m Average total duration Fastest 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1h 30m sooner (8h 2m by train vs 9h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $299 compared to roughly $139 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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FAQs: Travel from Cardiff to Bangor
Travel to Bangor easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Bangor.
- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Bangor as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens and arrive in Belfast, Grand Central Station.
- Trains mostly depart from Cardiff Central (CDF) and arrive in Stranraer station (STR).
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales to go to Bangor by train.
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