Bus from Newtownards to Ballygowan
1 direct route · about 27 min · first bus 07:40, last bus 16:30 (weekdays).
Next buses to Ballygowan as of 10:54
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Newtownards, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5b | Ulsterbus | ~27 min | 4 | Sat 3 · no Sunday buses | 07:40 | 16:30 | Newtownards Bus Station | Comber Road | Comber |
Times are for the first boarding point in Newtownards 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 5b bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Newtownards to Ballygowan?
The 5b (Ulsterbus) runs directly from Newtownards to Ballygowan. Board at Newtownards Bus Station and get off at Comber Road; the journey takes about 27 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Newtownards to Ballygowan?
Around 27 minutes on the 5b, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Comber on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Newtownards to Ballygowan?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:40 and the last around 16:30. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Newtownards to Ballygowan?
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.