Bangor, PA Road Trips
Drivers starting from Bangor, PA have 6 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 60 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Bangor, PA spread mainly south and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
209.8 mi
Altoona, PA
Quickest Drive
35m
Bethlehem, PA
Plan Around Bangor, PA
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Bangor, PA
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Bangor, PA
Driving from Bangor, PA
Expect an average of 60 miles and about 1h 32m behind the wheel when leaving Bangor, PA. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 108 miles (2h 21m), while the shortest is just 21 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Bangor, PA are Harrisburg, PA (107.6 mi, 2h 21m), Bristol, PA (75.7 mi, 2h), Croydon, PA (67.4 mi, 1h 58m), Reading, PA (61.5 mi, 1h 34m), and Allentown, PA (27.7 mi, 43m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in PA currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 60-mile trip from Bangor, PA, budget about $10 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Bangor, PA and 2 routes heading into Bangor, PA, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 21 to 108 miles.
The longest mapped route from Bangor, PA covers 108 miles and takes approximately 2h 21m. Shorter options start at just 21 miles.
The average route from Bangor, PA runs about 60 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 32m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 60-mile trip from Bangor, PA costs roughly $10 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Bangor, PA include Harrisburg, PA, Bristol, PA, Croydon, PA and Reading, PA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Bangor, PA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
5,158
Median Income
$63,542
Median Home Value
$167,100
Median Age
36.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Bangor, PA
Bangor is a city in Northampton County in the Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania. It is 74 miles (119 km) west of New York City and 87 miles (140 km) north of Philadelphia.
1 Columcille Megalith Park, 2155 Fox Gap Road, ☏ +1 610 588-1174. Dawn to dusk. Call or check website for special events.. A beautiful walking park with "megaliths", giant Celtic stones similar to the ones at Stonehenge, strategically placed. Periodic Celtic celebrations like Maypoles, group meditations, "pageants", concerts and other events on equinox days and other special events. Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center (a place for rest and renewal), 2495 Fox Gap Road, ☏ +1 610 588-1793. The web site calls it "rooted in Christ", but it's not fundamentalist at all. Programs for Lesbian/Gay, etc. groups, therapeutic recovery groups, yoga, peace activist groups, Native American spiriualism and more programs like that. Very beautiful mountain, with "tarn" to swim in, a memorial garden, and a meditative "labyrynth". For more things to do in the Lehigh Valley, check the listings on the Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton pages.
For other places to eat near Bangor, check the listings on the Allentown, Bethlehem or Easton pages. 1 Broadway Pub, 62 Broadway, ☏ +1 610 452-9226. A great pub in the heart of downtown Bangor, on the first floor the historic Colonial Hotel. Features a diverse food menu and a good selection of major label and craft beers. Food and drink specials daily. (updated Sep 2016)
For places to stay near Bangor, check out the Allentown, Bethlehem, or Easton pages. The Poconos resort area, located north of Bangor, is not far away either.
Lehigh Valley International Airport, ABE IATA, lies in the center of the Lehigh Valley, 22 miles (35 km) southwest of Bangor, and has nine gates, six aircraft holding spots, and two runways. Allegiant Air, American Eagle, Delta Connection, and United Express offer direct flights to Lehigh Valley International from Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Detroit, Nashville, Fort Lauderdale, Myrtle Beach, Orlando, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and elsewhere. Car rental services and commercial and public bus services are available for ground transportation from the airport. A second option is Philadelphia International Airport, which is 95 miles (153 km) south of Bangor. An extensive number of domestic and international carriers offer direct flight service to PHL from most U.S. cities, Canada, and a number of Caribbean, European, and Latin American destinations. Cars are available for rent at the airport. 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, 86 miles (138 km) south of Bangor, is the third-busiest Amtrak station in the United States. Cars are available for rent inside the station. The primary bus terminal for Bangor is the Allentown Bus Terminal is at 325 Hamilton Street in center city Allentown, and several commercial bus companies offer transportation to Allentown, including: Trans-Bridge Lines offers daily service to Allentown from New York City and Newark, New Jersey. There are several express buses per day into New York City. Trailways offers service from most major Northeastern cities.
A&A Limousine Service, ☏ +1 610-261-3838 or ☏ +1-800-281-5911 Bella Luxury Limo, ☏ +1 484-860-3838 J&J Transportation, ☏ +1 610-776-1516 or ☏ +1-800-726-5466 Your Way Taxi & Limo, ☏ +1 610-435-8294
Travel tips adapted from Bangor (Pennsylvania) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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