Newry travel guide

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You're Going to Love Newry

With a population of 27,757, Newry is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Newry to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Newry

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maggie's Coworking Café @ TheHubNewry (6A Margaret Street) and Art Bar Funkel (3 Monaghan Street) are great picks.

When to visit Newry

Newry in May
Estimated hotel price
£86
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newry in May
Estimated hotel price
£86
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newry

Plane

Although Newry doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 33 miles from Newry. Londonderry Eglinton is the most popular, with regular flights from Loganair, easyJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Train

Located 1.2 miles from the city centre, Newry Train Station is the busiest station in Newry. Another popular train station is Newry, located 0.1 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newry is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 174 miles from Newry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newry, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newry takes 110 miles and will cost you around £30. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about £77 for a journey of 325 miles. The most popular bus station is Newry Buttercrane Shopping Centre, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of Newry. Newry Monaghan Row is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Newry doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 33 miles from Newry. Londonderry Eglinton is the most popular, with regular flights from Loganair, easyJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Train

Located 1.2 miles from the city centre, Newry Train Station is the busiest station in Newry. Another popular train station is Newry, located 0.1 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newry is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 174 miles from Newry. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newry, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newry takes 110 miles and will cost you around £30. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about £77 for a journey of 325 miles. The most popular bus station is Newry Buttercrane Shopping Centre, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of Newry. Newry Monaghan Row is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Airlines serving Newry

Lufthansa
Good (4,643 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,474 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (781 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (181 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,447 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (962 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (543 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,455 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,789 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (512 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (154 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (97 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (14 reviews)
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Where to stay in Newry

Average rates range from around £119 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £92 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Newry

Most booked hotels in Newry

Flagstaff Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£115+
The Oystercatcher
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£69+
Canal Court Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£93+
Kilmorey Arms Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£114+
Mourne Country Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£94+

Hiring a car in Newry

Hiring a car in Newry costs £31 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Belfast Intl.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Newry (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.83 and £23.77. The most frequently booked car type in Newry is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 21% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Newry costs £31 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Belfast Intl.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Newry (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.83 and £23.77. The most frequently booked car type in Newry is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 21% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.