What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Bangor?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Bangor is to train and bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 8h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Bangor?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Bangor is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Bangor?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 14 and arriving at Bangor Erris via Enniskillen Bus and Ballina Humbrt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Belfast to Bangor?

The distance between Belfast and Bangor is 318 km. The road distance is 294.6 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Bangor without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Bangor without a car is to bus which takes 8h 3m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Bangor?

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Belfast to Bangor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Bangor bus from?

Belfast to Bangor bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 14.

Where does the Belfast to Bangor bus arrive?

Belfast to Bangor bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Enniskillen Bus Station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Bangor?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Bangor is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Belfast to Bangor.

Where can I stay near Bangor?

There are 66+ hotels available in Bangor.

Belfast to Bangor - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Belfast to Bangor by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Enniskillen Bus Stationbus 261
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus to Ballina Humbrtbus 458
3. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to Bangor Errisbus 496
8h 3m
Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Castlebartrain 804 / ...
3. Take the bus from Castlebar Stn to Bangor Errisbus
8h 36m
€43–62
Drive 294.6 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Bangorcar 294.6 km
3h 39m
€52–75

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Distance: 317.7 km
Duration: 8h 3m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Bangor, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 14 to Bangor Erris via Enniskillen Bus and Ballina Humbrt in around 8h 3m.

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