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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Downings is to train and drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtownards to Downings is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownards and Downings?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownards to Downings. However, there are services departing from Gibson's Lane and arriving at Na Dúnaibh via Grand Central Station Stand 7, Derry Bus Station and Letterkenny Bus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Downings?

The distance between Newtownards and Downings is 229 km. The road distance is 190.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Newtownards to Downings without a car is to line 505 bus and bus and line 974 bus which takes 6h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Newtownards to Downings, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownards to Downings bus from?

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

Where does the Newtownards to Downings bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newtownards to Downings?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtownards to Downings is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Newtownards to Downings.

Where can I stay near Downings?

There are 415+ hotels available in Downings.

Newtownards to Downings - 3 ways to travel via train, car, line 505 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Newtownards to Downings by train, car, or bus

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1. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Derry-Londonderrytrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry
2. Drive from Derry-Londonderry to Downingscar
4h 20m
€34–48
Line 505 bus, bus, line 974 bus
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Donegall Square Westbus 505 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 212 / ...
3. Take the bus from Derry Bus Station to Letterkenny Busbus 64
4. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Na Dúnaibhbus 974
6h 18m
Drive 190.4 km
1. Drive from Newtownards to Downingscar 190.4 km
2h 28m
€36–52

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Distance: 229.1 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Newtownards, Northern Ireland and Downings, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Gibson's Lane to Na Dúnaibh via Donegall Square West, Grand Central Station Stand 7, Derry Bus Station, and Letterkenny Bus in around 6h 18m.

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