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What to do
Where to eat
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 60,385, Bangor is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bangor deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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

Bangor in January
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bangor in January
Estimated hotel price
£64
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bangor

Plane

When flying to Bangor, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 161 miles from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bangor, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Bangor takes 325 miles and will cost you around £104. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £94 for a journey of 475 miles.

Plane

When flying to Bangor, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 161 miles from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bangor, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Bangor takes 325 miles and will cost you around £104. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £94 for a journey of 475 miles.

Airports near Bangor

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Bangor

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (828 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,161 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
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Jet2
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Where to stay in Bangor

Average rates range from around £87 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £117 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bangor

Most booked hotels in Bangor

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Shelleven Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Clandeboye Lodge Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£147+
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The Old Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£188+
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The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£166+
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Boutique Stays at 78
0 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£112+
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Hiring a car in Bangor

Hiring a car in Bangor costs £32 per day, on average, or £64 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Belfast 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 Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Peugeot 107 or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Bangor costs £32 per day, on average, or £64 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Belfast 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 Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Peugeot 107 or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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