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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Castlewellan is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtownards to Castlewellan is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownards and Castlewellan?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownards to Castlewellan. However, there are services departing from Gibson's Lane and arriving at Castlewellan Upper Square via Adelaide St. and Downpatrick Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Castlewellan?

The distance between Newtownards and Castlewellan is 43 miles. The road distance is 29.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtownards to Castlewellan without a car is to line 505 bus and line 215 bus which takes 3h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Newtownards to Castlewellan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownards to Castlewellan bus from?

Newtownards to Castlewellan bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Gibson's Lane station.

Where does the Newtownards to Castlewellan bus arrive?

Newtownards to Castlewellan bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Donegall Square West station.

Can I drive from Newtownards to Castlewellan?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtownards to Castlewellan is 29 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Newtownards to Castlewellan.

Where can I stay near Castlewellan?

There are 398+ hotels available in Castlewellan.

Newtownards to Castlewellan - 4 ways to travel via line 505 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Newtownards to Castlewellan by 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.

Line 505 bus, line 215 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Donegall Square Westbus 505 / ...
2. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Downpatrick Bus Stationbus 215 / ...
3h 11m
Drive 29.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtownards to Castlewellancar 29.2 mi
41 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newtownards to Castlewellantaxi 29.2 mi
41 min
£60–75
Bus, line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Ards Arena to Comber Cemeterybus 5a / ...
2. Take the bus from Comber Cemetery to Downpatrick Bus Stationbus 11
3. Take the bus from Downpatrick Bus Station to Castlewellan Upper Squarebus 17a / ...
3h 19m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 42.6 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Gibson's Lane to Castlewellan Upper Square via Donegall Square West, Adelaide St., and Downpatrick Bus Station in around 3h 11m.

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