Dublin to Bangor train with Translink

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2,000+ travel companies
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Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Dublin to Bangor

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Bangor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, while a flight costs an average of €215.

Distance: 152 km

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€28

Average price

Cheapest

€215

Average price

€44

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3h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 3m

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30m

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7h 36m

Average total duration

5h 36m

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2h 0m

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2h 34m

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The cheapest way to travel from Dublin to Bangor is a train with an average price of €28.

This is compared to other travel options from Dublin to Bangor:

A train is €186 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dublin to Bangor costing on average €215.

The fastest way to travel from Dublin to Bangor is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Bangor take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 3m.

Flight takes on average 5h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dublin and Bangor including taking a train and flight.

Live departures

Dublin to Bangor train times

The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Bangor trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)5:50 AM Dublin
3h13
9:03 AM Bangor1 transfer
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)6:50 AM Dublin
2h58
9:48 AM Bangor1 transfer
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)7:40 AM Dublin
3h08
10:48 AM Bangor1 transfer
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)8:50 AM Dublin
2h58
11:48 AM Bangor1 transfer
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)9:50 AM Dublin
2h58
12:48 PM Bangor1 transfer

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Compare prices and tickets Dublin to Bangor by train or flight

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dublin to Bangor

IrelandIreland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Trains from Dublin to Bangor run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 2h 58m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
152 km
Average train duration
3h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
€28
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
2h 58m
First train
5:50 AM
Last train
8:50 PM
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Translink, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) from Dublin to Bangor trainsTranslink, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) trains will get you between Dublin and Bangor from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Translink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Translink Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest Translink Price
€33
Translink frequency
1 a day

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) Price
€28
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Trains from Dublin to Bangor

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Bangor by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bangor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Dublin to Bangor can start from as little as €28 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Dublin to Bangor is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Dublin to Bangor is 2h 58m to travel the 152 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Dublin to Bangor leaves at 5:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Dublin to Bangor leaves at 8:50 PM.
There are 12 trains a day from Dublin to Bangor which require at least one change with Translink, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Dublin to Bangor, you can count on Translink, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) for the best way to get you to Bangor. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Dublin and Bangor and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Bangor from Dublin is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 58m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dublin and Bangor including taking a train and flight.

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