Bus from Rathfriland to Downpatrick
1 direct route · about 51 min · first bus 10:09, last bus 21:06 (weekdays).
Next buses to Downpatrick as of 08:24
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Rathfriland, 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 | ~51 min | 6 | Sat 5 · Sun 5 | 10:09 | 21:06 | Hilltown Road | Downpatrick Bus Station | Kilcoo, Castlewellan, Newcastle, Dundrum & Clough |
Times are for the first boarding point in Rathfriland 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 Rathfriland to Downpatrick?
The 240 (Goldliner) runs directly from Rathfriland to Downpatrick. Board at Hilltown Road and get off at Downpatrick Bus Station; the journey takes about 51 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Rathfriland to Downpatrick?
Around 51 minutes on the 240, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Kilcoo, Castlewellan, Newcastle, Dundrum and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Rathfriland to Downpatrick?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 10:09 and the last around 21:06. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Rathfriland to Downpatrick?
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.