🚌 Bus from Newry to Lisburn
2 direct routes · about 70 min · first bus 14:15, last bus 15:45 (weekdays).
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Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | Ulsterbus | ~70 min | 2 | 14:15 | 15:45 | Newry Bus Station |
| 538 | Ulsterbus | ~68 min | 1 | 10:15 | 10:15 | Newry Bus Station |
Times are for the first boarding point in Newry on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Newry to Lisburn?
2 routes run directly from Newry to Lisburn: the 38 (Ulsterbus), the 538 (Ulsterbus).
How long does the bus take from Newry to Lisburn?
Around 70 minutes on the 38, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Newry to Lisburn?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 38) leaves around 14:15 and the last around 15:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Newry to Lisburn?
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.