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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtownards to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownards and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownards to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Gibson's Lane and arriving at Joymount via Laganside Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Newtownards and Carrickfergus is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtownards to Carrickfergus without a car is to line 5 bus and train which takes 1h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Newtownards to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownards to Carrickfergus bus from?

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

Where does the Newtownards to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Newtownards to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Laganside Bus Station.

Can I drive from Newtownards to Carrickfergus?

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

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1205+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Newtownards to Carrickfergus by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 5 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Lanyon Place Stationbus 5 / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Lanyon Place to Carrickfergustrain Re / ...
1h 5m
Drive 19.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtownards to Carrickferguscar 19.8 mi
31 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newtownards to Carrickfergustaxi 19.8 mi
31 min
£40–55
Line 5 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Laganside Bus Stationbus 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Laganside Bus Station to Joymountbus 563e / ...
1h 47m

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Distance: 20.3 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Gibson's Lane to Joymount via Laganside Bus Station in around 1h 47m.

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