The average train between Nelson and Bangor University takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson to Bangor University. 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 Nelson and Bangor University. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Bangor University at 8:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Bangor University. However, there are services departing from Nelson station and arriving at Bangor University station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.
Nelson to Bangor University train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Nelson station.
Nelson to Bangor University train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.
Book your Nelson to Bangor University train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Nelson and Bangor University is 144.2 km. The road distance is 212 km.
You can take a train from Nelson to Bangor University via Preston, Warrington Bank Quay, and Bangor (Gwynedd) in around 4h 48m.