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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bangor has to offer.
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 7 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 136 miles from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bangor, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Bangor takes 120 miles and will cost you around $13. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 325 miles.
Airlines serving Bangor
Where to stay in Bangor
Average rates range from around $120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $158 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bangor
Most booked hotels in Bangor
Renting a car in Bangor
Expect to pay $7.12 per gallon in Bangor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $85.40 and $113.87. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact Crossover or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.