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3About Bangor
Bangor sits on Belfast Lough's southern shore with over 61,000 residents, making it one of Northern Ireland's largest seaside towns. The A2 coastal road connects it directly to Belfast just 23 kilometres away, while the rail service gets you there in 30 minutes on one of the busiest commuter lines. Popular driving routes include Downpatrick (44 km), Dublin (189 km), and connections through Newtownards to the M1 motorway. George Best Belfast City Airport is within easy reach. The town serves both Belfast commuters and day-trippers, with Pickie Fun Park's miniature railway running along the waterfront since 1985.
Where is Bangor on the map?
Bangor is in Ireland, at 54.663, -5.668 - about 23 km north-east of Belfast.
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2Race a karting track in Bangor
Race a karting track generated from the real streets of Bangor.
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Nine holes from pub to pub through the real streets of Bangor. Every cup is a bar somebody actually drinks in.
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What is the closest airport to Bangor?
The closest airport to Bangor is George Best Belfast City Airport, 22 km (about 26 min by car). Other airports nearby: Belfast International Airport.