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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Bangor
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Trains from Canterbury to Bangor run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 416 km distance in 5h 32m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 416 km |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 16:23 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
FAQs: Canterbury to Bangor train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury to Bangor can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £81, while the average price tends to be around £81.
The train journey from Canterbury to Bangor covers a distance of 416 km and takes approximately 5h 32m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Canterbury to Bangor is 416 km.
The first train from Canterbury to Bangor leaves at 5:26.
The last train from Canterbury to Bangor departs at 16:23.
Trains from Canterbury to Bangor run approximately 5 times per day.
To travel from Canterbury to Bangor, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Canterbury to Bangor.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Bangor is Canterbury West (CBW), and it arrives at Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG).
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Bangor is by train, costing approximately £81.
Booking trains from Canterbury to Bangor in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Canterbury to Bangor offers a scenic experience, featuring picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills, charming countryside, and glimpses of the Welsh coastline as you approach Bangor.
To fully enjoy Bangor, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows time to explore local attractions such as Penrhyn Castle, Bangor Cathedral, and the scenic landscapes of Snowdonia National Park nearby.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Canterbury to Bangor.
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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Bangor
Canterbury
Bangor
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury West for your trip from Canterbury to Bangor.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Bangor is Bangor (Gwynedd). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bangor (Gwynedd) for your journey to Bangor from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:15 Saturday 05:45 - 18:15 Sunday 08:00 - 18:30
Parking
- Car Park: North Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on platform 1.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 behind the platform office (sheltered) Platform 2 to the rear of the car park (unsheltered).
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Bangor (Gwynedd)
- Onward travel information: Buses to many locations including the main bus station leave from outside the booking hall.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the station forecourt
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