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Where to stay
Hiring a car

Downpatrick travel guide

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You're Going to Love Downpatrick

With a population of 10,507, Downpatrick 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 Downpatrick to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Downpatrick

Downpatrick in September
Estimated hotel price
£81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Downpatrick in September
Estimated hotel price
£81
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Downpatrick

Plane

Although Downpatrick doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 21 miles from Downpatrick.

Car

Another option to get to Downpatrick is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 153 miles from Downpatrick. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Downpatrick, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Downpatrick takes 325 miles and will cost you around £104. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £94 for a journey of 475 miles.

Plane

Although Downpatrick doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 21 miles from Downpatrick.

Car

Another option to get to Downpatrick is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 153 miles from Downpatrick. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Downpatrick, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Downpatrick takes 325 miles and will cost you around £104. From Edinburgh, the ticket costs about £94 for a journey of 475 miles.

Airports near Downpatrick

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Downpatrick

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (828 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,161 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (161 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Downpatrick

Most booked hotels in Downpatrick

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School house Portaferry
0 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Dufferin Coaching Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£117+
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Number Nine Accommodation
1 star
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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Manse On The Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£108+
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Burford Lodge Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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The Cuan Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£118+
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Hiring a car in Downpatrick

Hiring a car in Downpatrick costs £42 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Belfast City.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Downpatrick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Downpatrick, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Downpatrick costs £42 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Belfast City.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Downpatrick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Downpatrick, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

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