What Should I Do In Downpatrick?
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FAQs About Downpatrick
How Do I Get To Downpatrick?
To get to Downpatrick, there are multiple ways:
Driving Directions:
- If you are coming from Belfast, take the A24 road southbound.
- If you are coming from Dublin, take the M1 motorway and then switch to the A1 road at Newry.
- If you are coming from Derry, take the A6 road southbound at Dungiven, and then switch to the A29 road at Cookstown.
Rail Directions:
- If you are coming from Belfast, you can take the Northern Ireland Railways train or the Enterprise train from Belfast Lanyon Place station to Downpatrick station.
- If you are coming from Dublin, you can take the Enterprise train from Dublin Connolly station to Newry station, and then switch to the Northern Ireland Railways train to Downpatrick station.
From Nearby Landmarks, Cities or Towns:
- If you are coming from Newcastle, take the A2 road southbound.
- If you are coming from Lisburn, take the M1 motorway westbound and then switch to the A1 road at Sprucefield.
- If you are coming from Armagh, take the A28 road southbound and then switch to the A25 road at Rathfriland.
Overall, taking a car would be the most convenient option. However, if you prefer public transportation, the train is a good choice. From nearby landmarks, cities, or towns, you can take the most direct routes listed above.
What's The Nearest Airport To Downpatrick?
The closest airport to Downpatrick is Belfast City Airport, which is approximately 28 miles away. The quickest and most direct route from Belfast City Airport to Downpatrick is via the A2 road. It should take around 40 minutes to drive, however this may vary depending on traffic conditions.
Where Is Downpatrick?
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