What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Downpatrick Head?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Downpatrick Head is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Downpatrick Head?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Downpatrick Head is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Downpatrick Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Downpatrick Head. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 2 and arriving at Muingrevagh via Enniskillen and Ballina Humbert Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

How far is it from Belfast to Downpatrick Head?

The distance between Belfast and Downpatrick Head is 486 km. The road distance is 283.9 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Downpatrick Head without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Downpatrick Head without a car is to train which takes 8h 19m and costs €85 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Downpatrick Head?

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Belfast to Downpatrick Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Downpatrick Head bus from?

Belfast to Downpatrick Head bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 2.

Train or bus from Belfast to Downpatrick Head?

The best way to get from Belfast to Downpatrick Head is to train which takes 8h 19m and costs €85 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Belfast to Downpatrick Head bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Downpatrick Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Downpatrick Head is 284 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Belfast to Downpatrick Head.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick Head?

There are 98+ hotels available in Downpatrick Head.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain 1_Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Manulla Junctiontrain Re
8h 19m
€86–119
Drive 283.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Belfast to Downpatrick Headcar 283.9 km
3h 41m
€50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 2 to Enniskillen Bus Stationbus 261 / ...
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Ballina Humbert Streetbus 458
8h 34m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Downpatrick Head.

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Distance: 486.2 km
Duration: 8h 19m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Downpatrick Head, Ireland?

You can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Downpatrick Head via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Manulla Junction, and Ballina in around 8h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 2 to Downpatrick Head via Enniskillen, Ballina Humbert Street, and Muingrevagh in around 8h 34m.

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