Bangor travel guide
Bangor Tourism | Bangor Guide
You're Going to Love Bangor
With a population of 60.385, Bangor is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bangor to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Bangor
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Jamaica Inn (188 Seacliff Road) and Yaks Nepalese & Indian Contemporary Restaurant (48 Abbey Street) are great picks.
When to visit Bangor
How to Get to Bangor
Plane
When flying to Bangor, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 11 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 258 km from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bangor, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Bangor takes 177 km and will cost you around £28. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about £86 for a journey of 523 km.
Airlines serving Bangor
Where to stay in Bangor
Average rates range from around £95 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £125 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bangor
Most booked hotels in Bangor
Hiring a car in Bangor
Hiring a car in Bangor costs £22 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Bangor.
Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Bangor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.87 and £23.82. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Kia Stonic or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.