A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bangor vs. Hope for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bangor or Hope?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bangor and Hope can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Bangor or Hope?

Bangor

Located along the Penobscot River in the U.S. State of Maine, modern Bangor really took off as a center for lumber and shipbuilding industries. Logs could easily be floated down-river to be processed and shipped from port on the Atlantic Ocean 30 miles downstream. Eventually lumbering turned to pulp and paper and shipping turned to railroads, but Bangor remains a city symbolic of industry. The city also has much to offer in shopping and entertainment with bookstores, cafes, restaurants, galleries, and museums located in the downtown area.

Hope

Hope, located in British Columbia, Canada, is a small town in the far east of the Fraser Valley. It's at the cross section of several major highways making it a pass through point for many visitors to the area. Hope is also the location of the filming of the 1980's film Rambo: First Blood, a fact which many locals take much pride in.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America, The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America, The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangor and Hope, we can see that Bangor is more expensive. And not only is Hope much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hope would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hope and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Bangor would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangor than you might in Hope.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangor Expensive? and Is Hope Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Bangor or Hope?

Bangor has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of Bangor and Hope, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Bangor or Hope?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Bangor or Hope in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Bangor as well as Hope. Many visitors come to Bangor in the summer for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Bangor is a little warmer than Hope. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bangor in July average around 69°F (21°C), and Hope averages at about 18°C (64°F).

Bangor usually gets more rain in July than Hope. Bangor gets 3.3 inches (84 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Bangor or Hope in the Autumn?

Both Hope and Bangor are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Bangor for the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere during these months.

In October, Bangor is generally cooler than Hope. Daily temperatures in Bangor average around 48°F (9°C), and Hope fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Hope. In October, Bangor usually receives less rain than Hope. Bangor gets 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Bangor or Hope in the Winter?

Both Hope and Bangor during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Bangor because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

It's quite cold in Hope in the winter. The weather in Bangor can be very cold. Bangor is much colder than Hope in the winter. The daily temperature in Bangor averages around 18°F (-8°C) in January, and Hope fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).

Hope gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bangor usually gets less rain in January than Hope. Bangor gets 3 inches (77 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 201 mm (7.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Bangor or Hope in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangor and Hope. The small town charm are the main draw to Bangor this time of year.

In the spring, Bangor is much colder than Hope. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bangor in April average around 43°F (6°C), and Hope averages at about 9°C (49°F).

Hope receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Bangor usually receives less rain than Hope. Bangor gets 3.3 inches (84 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Hope and Bangor