The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Bangor
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Bangor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Bangor will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lancaster for Bangor every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.
8:283h39Lancaster12:07Bangor£251One-way0 changes
8:283h39Lancaster12:07Bangor£251One-way0 changes
Live departures
Lancaster to Bangor train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Bangor trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:28 Lancaster | 3h39 | 12:07 Bangor | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Bangor
Trains from Lancaster to Bangor run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 19:09 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
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FAQs: Lancaster to Bangor train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster and Bangor
Most Lancaster to Bangor trains use the Lancaster to Bangor (Gwynedd) station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancaster and Bangor train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lancaster station do trains to Bangor leave from?
Getting to Lancaster from Lancaster city centre
Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster train station facilities and services
Lancaster has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lancaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster. 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 Lancaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lancaster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office, 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.
Which Bangor station do trains from Lancaster arrive at?
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.
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