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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 Bangor to Cardiff
The journey takes about 4 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just £38, 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 £38
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bangor to Cardiff by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Bangor to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Bangor to Cardiff start from £38. The average price for this train route is around £119. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bangor to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Bangor to Cardiff is 4h 39m, covering a distance of 127 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Bangor to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bangor to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Bangor to Cardiff departs at 08:02. And the latest train departs at 19:09.
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 Cardiff was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of £36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bangor to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £36 to £181 for a train ticket from Bangor to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £36, which is on 2026-01-28.
