What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle, County Down and Rathfriland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Back Of Tech and arriving at Rathfriland Bus Depot. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland?

The distance between Newcastle, County Down and Rathfriland is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland without a car is to line 36 bus which takes 35 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland?

The line 36 bus from Back Of Tech to Rathfriland Bus Depot takes 35 min including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland bus from?

Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Back Of Tech station.

Where does the Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland bus arrive?

Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Rathfriland Bus Depot station.

Can I drive from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland is 12 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland.

Where can I stay near Rathfriland?

There are 491+ hotels available in Rathfriland.

Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland - 3 ways to travel via line 36 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfriland by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 36 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Back Of Tech to Rathfriland Bus Depotbus 36
35 min
Drive 12 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfrilandcar 12 mi
16 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newcastle, County Down to Rathfrilandtaxi 12 mi
16 min
£45–55

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Distance: 13.5 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland and Rathfriland, Northern Ireland?

Translink operates a bus from Back Of Tech to Rathfriland Bus Depot 6 times a week, and the journey takes 35 min.

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