How to travel from Belfast to Newry, United Kingdom

The distance between Belfast and Newry is around 60km (37 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 40min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Belfast to Newry by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out NewryBelfast if you're planning a return trip.

💰 Cheapest
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Train

Take the train to Newry Train Station.

  • Duration56min
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    £8($10)
Operated byIrish Rail+ 1 others
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Newry.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £8($10)
Operated by

Translink UK

🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Newry.

  • Duration40min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    £95($110)
Operated by

Value Cabs

+ 4 others
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car
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Drive

Drive to Newry.

  • Duration40min
  • Distance60km (37 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Belfast and Newry

There are several options for getting from Belfast to Newry by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £8 ($10) and will take around 56min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 40min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £95 ($110).

The distance between Belfast and Newry is around 60km (37 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 54km (33 miles)

It takes around 56min to get from Belfast and Newry by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 40min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Belfast to Newry is to take a taxi which takes around 40min and will set you back approx £95 ($110).

The cheapest way to travel between Belfast and Newry, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £8 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Belfast and Newry. It typically takes around 56min and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Belfast and Newry with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 56min.

Irish Rail and Translink UK run train services between Belfast and Newry. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 56min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Belfast and Newry. It typically takes around 1h 30m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Belfast and Newry with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 1h 30m.

Translink UK run regular bus services between Belfast and Newry. Buses run hourly and take around 1h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Belfast to Newry. We recommend that you take the train to Newry Train Station. instead which will take 56min.

The closest major airport to Newry is Belfast International Airport (BFS) (BFS) which is approximately 54km (34 miles) from Newry. George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) (BHD) and City of Derry Airport (LDY) (LDY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Belfast and Newry. The distance is around 60km (37 miles) by road and it will take around 40min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Belfast to Newry is to take the train which takes, on average, 56min and will usually cost around £8 ($10).

How do I get from Belfast to Newry

Compare travel optionsbetween Belfast and Newry

Transport options from Belfast to Newry
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
56min
£8($10)
every 3 hours70km (44 miles)
Bus
1h 30m
£8($10)
hourly62km (39 miles)
Taxi
40min
£95($110)
on demand60km (37 miles)
Drive
40min
£11($13)
on demand60km (37 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Belfast and Newry

Train operators

Airports near Newry

The following major airports near Newry offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

BFS
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
International Airport
Distance
54km (34 miles) from Newry
BHD
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
International Airport
Distance
57km (36 miles) from Newry
LDY
City of Derry Airport (LDY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
110km (68 miles) from Newry