The average train between Galway and Bangor takes 7h 31m and the fastest train takes 6h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Galway 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 every 3 hours between Galway and Bangor. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galway is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Bangor at 9:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 7h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Galway 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 Galway to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Galway station and arriving at Bangor station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.
Galway to Bangor train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.
Galway to Bangor train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Galway and Bangor is 269.8 km. The road distance is 412 km.
You can take a train from Galway to Bangor via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, Dublin Connolly, and Belfast Grand Central in around 6h 23m.