Travelling from Edinburgh to Bangor by train

Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Bangor by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bangor take around 4 hours and 36 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 310 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around  00:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 00:30, with the last train leaving at around 23:36. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 12 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €42.71.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bangor, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Bangor.

Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Bangor?

The journey between Edinburgh and Bangor usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to Bangor every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Bangor?

The Edinburgh to Bangor train travel takes about 4 hours and 36 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Edinburgh to Bangor train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bangor leaving Edinburgh at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 00:30, with the final departure at 23:36.