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.

Where to Eat in Newtownards

If you’re looking for affordable options, Charlie's Bistro & Lounge (41 Gransha Road) and The Mill Restaurant (41 Gransha Road) are great picks.

When to visit Newtownards

Newtownards in December
Estimated hotel price
$196
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newtownards in December
Estimated hotel price
$196
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 centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownards is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 219 km from Newtownards. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newtownards, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newtownards takes 177 km and will cost you around $38. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $167 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 centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownards is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 219 km from Newtownards. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newtownards, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newtownards takes 177 km and will cost you around $38. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about $167 for a journey of 523 km.

Airports near Newtownards

Airlines serving Newtownards

Lufthansa
Good (7,187 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,351 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,846 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,848 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,671 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,907 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,319 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (310 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,314 reviews)
China Southern
Good (144 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,089 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,447 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,970 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (667 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (294 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,356 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (148 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, Excellent reviews)
$299+
Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$228+
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$183+
Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$132+
Travelodge Belfast
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$161+
Etap Belfast
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$110+

Hiring a car in Newtownards

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Newtownards (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.93 and $46.57. The most frequently booked car type in Newtownards is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Opel Astra or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Newtownards (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.93 and $46.57. The most frequently booked car type in Newtownards is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Opel Astra or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.