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.

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 May
Estimated hotel price
RM 309
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bangor in May
Estimated hotel price
RM 309
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 7 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 136 miles from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, 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 110 miles and will cost you around RM 91. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about RM 454 for a journey of 325 miles.

Plane

When flying to Bangor, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bangor is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 136 miles from Bangor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, 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 110 miles and will cost you around RM 91. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about RM 454 for a journey of 325 miles.

Airports near Bangor

Airlines serving Bangor

Lufthansa
Good (4,597 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,436 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Air France
Good (971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (775 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (180 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,440 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (955 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (535 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,451 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,765 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (516 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (152 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (93 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (14 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bangor

Average rates range from around RM 532 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 721 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bangor

Most booked hotels in Bangor

Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 747+
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 741+
Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 705+
Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 584+
Etap Belfast
2 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
RM 427+
Travelodge Belfast
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
RM 523+

Hiring a car in Bangor

Expect to pay RM 8.84 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 RM 106.01 and RM 141.34. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 8.84 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 RM 106.01 and RM 141.34. The most frequently booked car type in Bangor is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.