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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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Get from Cardiff to Bangor
The journey takes about 4 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 184
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Bangor 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 Cardiff to Bangor?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Bangor start from R 1 184. The average price for this train route is around R 2 664. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Bangor?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Bangor is 4h 16m, covering a distance of 205 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 12m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Bangor route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Bangor?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Bangor departs at 07:19. And the latest train departs at 20:25.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Bangor was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 126To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Bangor as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 126 to R 3 872 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Bangor based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 126, which is on 2025-12-16.
