🚌 Bus from Rathfriland to Downpatrick
1 direct route · about 51 min · first bus 10:09, last bus 21:06 (weekdays).
💷 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. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 240 | Goldliner | ~51 min | 6 | 10:09 | 21:06 | Hilltown Road |
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Rathfriland to Downpatrick?
The 240 (Goldliner) runs directly from Rathfriland to Downpatrick.
How long does the bus take from Rathfriland to Downpatrick?
Around 51 minutes on the 240, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Rathfriland to Downpatrick?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 240) leaves around 10:09 and the last around 21:06. Check the route timetable 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.