The cheapest and fastest trains from Bangor to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bangor to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangor to Birmingham will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bangor for Birmingham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
16:153h17Bangor19:32Birmingham£231One-way0 changes
9:053h26Bangor12:31Birmingham£361One-way0 changes
8:023h30Bangor11:32Birmingham£371One-way0 changes
10:053h26Bangor13:31Birmingham£401One-way0 changes
16:153h17Bangor19:32Birmingham£231One-way0 changes
10:053h26Bangor13:31Birmingham£401One-way0 changes
9:053h26Bangor12:31Birmingham£361One-way0 changes
8:023h30Bangor11:32Birmingham£371One-way0 changes
Live departures
Bangor to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Bangor to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:02 Bangor | 3h30 | 11:32 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:05 Bangor | 3h26 | 12:31 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:05 Bangor | 3h26 | 13:31 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:15 Bangor | 3h17 | 19:32 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bangor to Birmingham
Trains from Bangor to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 1:31 |
Last train 22:33 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Bangor to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Bangor and Birmingham from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bangor to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangor to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bangor and Birmingham
Most Bangor to Birmingham trains use the Bangor (Gwynedd) to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Bangor and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bangor station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, 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 Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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