Trains from Manchester to Bangor

Manchester to Bangor train information

There are several train providers across the UK & Europe. By searching for your ticket using our travel search engine, you will be able to see the trains connecting Manchester in England to Bangor in Wales as well as the train operator for this journey.

There are 81 miles between the two cities and the average duration between Manchester to Bangor is around 2h30m. Train travel is most of the time the fastest way to travel to Bangor from Manchester, and it's also a greener option than driving or taking the plane.

The cheapest fare we've found to travel in the next month is £45.20 one way.

Best prices for Manchester to Bangor train tickets

Manchester - Bangor prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Manchester to Bangor by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

Manchester - Bangor: the best time to book cheap trains

Cost of the train when booking in advance or at the last minute

The graph above shows the best prices found over the last six months depending on how much time in advance the train ticket is booked. Purchasing your train from Manchester to Bangor in advance can enable you to save money for your journey.

Tickets are available from £14 when buying your seat 2 months in advance which is 55% cheaper than the best fare we found when booking on the day you're travelling.

Best prices for Manchester to Bangor trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Manchester and Bangor by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Bangor to Manchester and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

Discount Manchester - Bangor train tickets

The most efficient way to pay less on your Manchester Bangor train ticket may be to get a railcard. While regional railcards can be obtained in some areas, National railcards enable you to save money on most rail fares across the country. Everyone is eligible to at least 1 of the railcard, even non-UK residents. National railcards available: 16-25 discount card, Senior railcard, Two together discount card, Family and Friends railcard and Disabled persons discount card.

What are the benefits of a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several trips. But is it really relevant when taking the train from Manchester to Bangor? Grab your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Manchester Bangor ticket (i.e.: £45.20)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of trips needed per year to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£45.20 = 1.95. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 2 trips from Manchester to Bangor (one way journey).

How much does a railcard cost?

Railcards enable you to save 34% off most adult fares for 12 months. A Disabled persons railcard costs £20 and the five other ones £30.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey