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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Portstewart is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtownards to Portstewart is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownards and Portstewart?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownards to Portstewart. However, there are services departing from Gibson's Lane and arriving at Portstewart Promenade via Laganside Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Portstewart?

The distance between Newtownards and Portstewart is 79 miles. The road distance is 67.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtownards to Portstewart without a car is to line 5 bus and train and bus which takes 3h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Newtownards to Portstewart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownards to Portstewart bus from?

Newtownards to Portstewart bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Laganside Bus Station.

Where does the Newtownards to Portstewart bus arrive?

Newtownards to Portstewart bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Newtownards to Portstewart?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtownards to Portstewart is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Newtownards to Portstewart.

Where can I stay near Portstewart?

There are 719+ hotels available in Portstewart.

Newtownards to Portstewart - 4 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Newtownards to Portstewart by bus, train, 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.

Line 5 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Lanyon Place Station [glider]5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Coleraine0
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Portstewart Promenade278
3h
Drive 67.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtownards to Portstewart67.4 mi
1h 21m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentre218 / ...
4h 1m
Line 505 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Donegall Square West505 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Coleraine0
3h 46m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 78.6 mi
Duration: 3h

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

Translink operates a bus from Laganside Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentre hourly, and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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