The average train between Blackburn and Bangor takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn to Bangor. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackburn and Bangor. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Bangor at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Blackburn to Bangor? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Bangor station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Blackburn to Bangor train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackburn to Bangor train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.
Book your Blackburn to Bangor train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Blackburn and Bangor is 123.4 km. The road distance is 187 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to Bangor (Gwynedd) via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 50m.