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Bangor travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bangor

With a population of 15 449, Bangor is a must-see destination in Wales, 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.

When to visit Bangor

Bangor in November
Estimated hotel price
£49
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bangor in November
Estimated hotel price
£49
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bangor

Plane

Although Bangor doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 86 km from Bangor. Blackpool is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, American Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bangor departs from Cardiff and takes around 50m.

Train

The train station in Bangor is called Bangor, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 129 km from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Bangor Bangor, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Bangor. Bangor Bangor University is also a commonly used station, and is 0.5 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Bangor doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 86 km from Bangor. Blackpool is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, American Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bangor departs from Cardiff and takes around 50m.

Train

The train station in Bangor is called Bangor, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 129 km from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Bangor Bangor, located 0.6 km from the city centre of Bangor. Bangor Bangor University is also a commonly used station, and is 0.5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Bangor

BLKBlackpool
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Bangor

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bangor

Average rates range from around £120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £123 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bangor

Most booked hotels in Bangor

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Victoria Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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The Slate
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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The Bull and Townhouse, Beaumaris- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£107+
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The Management Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Chateau Rhianfa
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£148+
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The Bulkeley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£135+
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Hiring a car in Bangor

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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