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

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.

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
$145
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bangor in January
Estimated hotel price
$145
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 Edinburgh, which is about 132 miles from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Arnold Clark, among others, in Edinburgh.

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 $180. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about $214 for a journey of 595 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 Edinburgh, which is about 132 miles from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Arnold Clark, among others, in Edinburgh.

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 $180. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about $214 for a journey of 595 miles.

Airports near Bangor

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Bangor

KLM
Good (1,344 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,890 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,947 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,732 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,451 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,571 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,279 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,068 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,091 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (255 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,804 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,473 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (838 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,187 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (644 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (161 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bangor

Average rates range from around $198 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $281 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bangor

Most booked hotels in Bangor

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$385+
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Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$255+
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Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$237+
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Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$202+
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Travelodge Belfast
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$158+
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ibis budget Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$143+
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Hiring a car in Bangor

Expect to pay $3.05 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 $36.50 and $48.67. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 19% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.05 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 $36.50 and $48.67. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 19% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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