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Compare train and bus for Manchester to Bangor
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bangor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, while a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$47 Average price Cheapest | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $47 (€39) compared to roughly $80 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $33 (€28). The journey takes 2h 13m versus 2h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Manchester to Bangor by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Manchester to Bangor is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- G383998:48 AM2h19Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:07 AMBangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)$261One-way0 transfers
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- G383998:48 AM2h19Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:07 AMBangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)$261One-way0 transfers
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G890809:06 AM2h14Manchester Victoria (MCV)11:20 AMBangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)$741One-way1 transfer
Other options
- G38399+G861898:16 AM2h51Deansgate (DGT)11:07 AMBangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)$361One-way1 transfer
- G384039:48 AM2h19Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)12:07 PMBangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)$401One-way0 transfers
- W33888 · C013048:54 AM2h26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:20 AMBangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)$471One-way1 transfer
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FAQs: Travel from Manchester 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 Manchester to Bangor.
- Around 9 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Bangor as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Manchester Airport (MIA) and arrive in Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG).
- Ferries mostly depart from Heysham and arrive in Douglas.
- Travel with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail to go to Bangor by train.
- 3 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales.
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