The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £28, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 129 km
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2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W48081 · Y05515+ G56125 | On time 06:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h44 | 09:41 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
G55457 · G55399 | On time 07:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h56 | 10:44 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 change | |
Y03057 · Y02331+ G55399 | On time 07:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h47 | 10:44 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
G55463+ W09473 | On time 08:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h28 | 11:16 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 change | |
G55463 · G56130 | On time 08:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h47 | 11:35 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 change | |
Y03019 · Y05598+ W09473 | On time 08:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h19 | 11:16 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
![]() | 04:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h53 | 07:39 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h53 | 08:41 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 17:48. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 04:46 |
Last train 17:48 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) 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: Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) 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 (Gwynedd) (BNG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:15 Saturday 05:45 - 18:15 Sunday 08:00 - 18:30
- Car Park: North Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Located on platform 1.
- 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 available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- 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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