Newtownards travel guide

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You're Going to Love Newtownards

With a population of 29,363, Newtownards is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Newtownards has to offer.

Where to Eat in Newtownards

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bull & Claw Newtownards (18 Frances Street) and Tipsy Gypsy (1-2 Court Square) are great picks.

When to visit Newtownards

Newtownards in January
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newtownards in January
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newtownards

Plane

When flying to Newtownards, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 12 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownards is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 219 km from Newtownards. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newtownards, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newtownards takes 241 km and will cost you around $34. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $100 for a journey of 523 km.

Plane

When flying to Newtownards, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 12 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownards is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 219 km from Newtownards. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newtownards, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newtownards takes 241 km and will cost you around $34. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $100 for a journey of 523 km.

Airports near Newtownards

Airlines serving Newtownards

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,765 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,259 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,633 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,458 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,636 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,278 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,074 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (266 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,072 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,821 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,439 reviews)
China Southern
Good (88 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,800 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (817 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,359 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (264 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (659 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (156 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Newtownards

Most booked hotels in Newtownards

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
5 stars
Excellent (9, 2407 reviews)
$180+
The Old Schoolhouse Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9, 645 reviews)
$86+
Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2276 reviews)
$131+
Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3194 reviews)
$79+
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3998 reviews)
$90+
La Mon Hotel And Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 690 reviews)
$155+

Renting a car in Newtownards

Expect to pay $6.59 per gallon in Newtownards (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $79.04 and $105.39. The most frequently booked car type in Newtownards is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Opel Astra or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $6.59 per gallon in Newtownards (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $79.04 and $105.39. The most frequently booked car type in Newtownards is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Opel Astra or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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