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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 31 m
Trains on 20 Sept
3
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 3 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.
W4486623:252h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:38Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£201One-way0 changes- G38850 · W4429613:302h41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)16:11Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£221One-way1 change
- G38362+
G010078:262h38Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:04Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£551One-way1 change
- W4486623:252h13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:38Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£201One-way0 changes
- G38362+G010078:262h38Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:04Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£551One-way1 change
- G38850 · W4429613:302h41Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)16:11Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£221One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £36, while a ferry costs an average of £41.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG):
A train is £5 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 3h 45m.
Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-9.46. The journey takes 2h 16m versus 1h 57m 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.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38434+G00998 | Delayed 4:58 5:11Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h20 | 7:31 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 change | |
| G38388 | On time 5:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 8:14 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38392 | On time 6:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h23 | 9:07 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
G39023+ G86149 · G89074 | Delayed 7:26 6:54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h45 | 9:39 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| G38397 | 7:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 10:08 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38400 | 8:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 11:08 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
 W33763 · W33463+G39026 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 11:33 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| G39026+G89080 · G86165 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 11:33 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| G38404 | 9:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 12:08 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33765 · W33531 | 9:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 12:24 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 change | |
| G38406 | 10:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h23 | 13:07 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33599 · W33585 | 10:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h26 | 13:20 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 change | |
| G38410 | 11:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 14:08 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38414 | 12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 15:08 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33459 · W33601+G39034 | 12:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 15:33 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| G39034+G89095 · G86122 | 12:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 15:33 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| G38416 | 13:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 16:08 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33447 · W33614 | 13:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h31 | 16:25 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 change | |
| G38418 | 14:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 17:08 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33433 · W33428+G39036 | 14:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 17:33 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| G39036+G89102 · G86154 | 14:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h39 | 17:33 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| G38387 | 15:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 18:08 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38391 | 16:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h23 | 19:07 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33714 · W33396 | 16:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h27 | 19:21 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 1 change | |
| G38395 | 17:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h25 | 20:09 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38422 | 19:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 22:08 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G39012+G89100 · G86183 | 19:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h54 | 22:48 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| W43660 · G39043 · AW864400 | 20:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 0:13 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
| G85952+G39043 · AW864400 | 21:10 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h03 | 0:13 Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) and Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) trains use the Manchester Airport to Bangor (Gwynedd) station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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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