Bus from Rathfriland to Newcastle (Northern Ireland)
1 direct route · about 26 min · first bus 10:09, last bus 21:06 (weekdays).
Next buses to Newcastle (Northern Ireland) as of 06:41
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 | ~26 min | 6 | Sat 5 · Sun 5 | 10:09 | 21:06 | Hilltown Road | Newcastle Bus Station Lay-By | Kilcoo & Castlewellan |
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 Newcastle?
The 240 (Goldliner) runs directly from Rathfriland to Newcastle. Board at Hilltown Road and get off at Newcastle Bus Station Lay-By; the journey takes about 26 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Rathfriland to Newcastle?
Around 26 minutes on the 240, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Kilcoo, Castlewellan on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Rathfriland to Newcastle?
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 Newcastle?
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.