Bus from Downpatrick to Maghera
1 direct route · about 29 min · first bus 07:10, last bus 16:40 (weekdays).
Next buses to Maghera as of 19:03
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Downpatrick, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17a | Ulsterbus | ~29 min | 6 | Sat 4 · no Sunday buses | 07:10 | 16:40 | Downpatrick Bus Station | Cup & Saucer | Ballydugan, Cranley, Tullymurry, Clough, Magherasaul & Castlewellan |
Times are for the first boarding point in Downpatrick on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 17a bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Downpatrick to Maghera?
The 17a (Ulsterbus) runs directly from Downpatrick to Maghera. Board at Downpatrick Bus Station and get off at Cup & Saucer; the journey takes about 29 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Downpatrick to Maghera?
Around 29 minutes on the 17a, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Ballydugan, Cranley, Tullymurry, Clough and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Downpatrick to Maghera?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:10 and the last around 16:40. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Downpatrick to Maghera?
Translink sets zonal fares on this journey. Smartlink/iLink cards and contactless are cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on Metro and Glider.