Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 February
Estimated hotel price
£40
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bangor in February
Estimated hotel price
£40
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 British Airways, Loganair, Qatar Airways 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 British Airways, Loganair, Qatar Airways 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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 (7,989 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,513 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,969 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,357 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,942 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,214 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,772 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,017 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,326 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,436 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bangor

Average rates range from around £83 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £127 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bangor

Most booked hotels in Bangor

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Yha Idwal Cottage
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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The Bull and Townhouse, Beaumaris- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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The Management Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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Nomi Rooms & Restaurant
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Château Rhianfa
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£137+
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Travelodge Bangor
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£59+
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Hiring a car in Bangor

Expect to pay £1.57 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 £18.78 and £25.04. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 19% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.57 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 £18.78 and £25.04. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 19% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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