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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Bangor (Gwynedd) | Manchester Oxford Road | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Bangor (Gwynedd) | Manchester Piccadilly | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Bangor (Gwynedd) | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bangor (Gwynedd) | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bangor (Gwynedd) | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bangor to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just R 375, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 375 - R 1 719 | Average duration2h 29m | 3kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 180 - R 180 | Average duration2h 10m | 5kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bangor to Manchester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bangor to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Bangor to Manchester start from R 375. The average price for this train route is around R 804. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bangor to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Bangor to Manchester is 2h 29m, covering a distance of 129 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Bangor to Manchester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bangor to Manchester?
The earliest train from Bangor to Manchester departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 21:04.
Which is the best train operator from Bangor to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bangor to Manchester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Bangor to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bangor to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bangor to Manchester was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 357To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bangor to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 357 to R 1 655 for a train ticket from Bangor to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 357, which is on 2025-12-15.
Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
