Bus from Downpatrick to Newry
1 direct route · about 80 min · first bus 07:20, last bus 18:20 (weekdays).
Next buses to Newry as of 19:02
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 240 | Goldliner | ~80 min | 6 | Sat 5 · Sun 5 | 07:20 | 18:20 | Downpatrick Bus Station | Newry Bus Station | Clough, Dundrum, Newcastle, Castlewellan, Kilcoo, Hilltown & 1 more |
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 240 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Downpatrick to Newry?
The 240 (Goldliner) runs directly from Downpatrick to Newry. Board at Downpatrick Bus Station and get off at Newry Bus Station; the journey takes about 80 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Downpatrick to Newry?
Around 80 minutes on the 240, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Clough, Dundrum, Newcastle, Castlewellan and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Downpatrick to Newry?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:20 and the last around 18:20. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Downpatrick to Newry?
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.