The average train between Carlisle and Bangor takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle 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 Carlisle and Bangor. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 9:26 PM which arrives into Bangor at 1:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Bangor station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Carlisle to Bangor train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Bangor train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.
Book your Carlisle to Bangor train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Carlisle and Bangor is 201.1 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay in around 4h 13m.