How far is it from Portaferry to Downpatrick?

The distance between Portaferry and Downpatrick is 9 miles.

How do I travel from Portaferry to Downpatrick without a car?

The best way to get from Portaferry to Downpatrick without a car is to car ferry and line 16 bus which takes 1h 43m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Portaferry to Downpatrick?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Portaferry to Downpatrick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Downpatrick?

There are 345+ hotels available in Downpatrick.

Portaferry to Downpatrick - 2 ways to travel via car ferry, car

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There are 2 ways to get from Portaferry to Downpatrick by car ferry, car, or bus

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1. Take the carferry from Portaferry to Strangfordcarferry
2. Drive from Strangford to Downpatrickcar
32 min
Car ferry, line 16 bus
1. Take the carferry from Portaferry to Strangfordcarferry
2. Take the bus from Strangford Square to Saul Braebus 16
1h 43m

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Distance: 9.2 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Portaferry, Northern Ireland and Downpatrick, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Portaferry to Downpatrick. However, you can drive to Portaferry, take the car ferry to Strangford, then drive to Downpatrick. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Portaferry to Saul Brae via Strangford and Strangford Square in around 1h 43m.

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