What is the cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Newtownards?

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Newtownards is to drive which costs £4 - £8 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Newtownards?

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Newtownards is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Newtownards?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Newtownards station. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Newtownards Bus Station via Laganside Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Newtownards?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Newtownards is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.8 miles.

How do I travel from Carrickfergus to Newtownards without a car?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Newtownards without a car is to train and line 505 bus which takes 1h 29m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Carrickfergus to Newtownards?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Carrickfergus to Newtownards, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Newtownards bus from?

Carrickfergus to Newtownards bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Joymount station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Newtownards bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Newtownards bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Newtownards?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Newtownards is 20 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Carrickfergus to Newtownards.

Where can I stay near Newtownards?

There are 1218+ hotels available in Newtownards.

Carrickfergus to Newtownards - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 505 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Newtownards by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train, line 505 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Lanyon Place1 Lr->Gc / ...
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place [bus stop] to Newtownards Bus Station505 / ...
1h 29m
Drive 19.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Newtownards19.7 mi
31 min
£5–8
Train, line 6 bus
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Lanyon Place0
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Bangor0
3. Take the bus from Bangor Buscentre to Frances Street6 / ...
1h 58m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrickfergus to Newtownards19.7 mi
31 min
£40–55
Bus, line 505 bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Laganside Buscentre563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Buscentre to Newtownards Bus Station505 / ...
1h 56m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 20.2 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Newtownards, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Joymount to Newtownards Bus Station via Laganside Buscentre in around 1h 56m.

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