How far is it from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Downpatrick is 33 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick?

The drive from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick takes approximately 55 min by car.

What is the best route from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick?

The fastest route from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick covers 33 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.

Which direction is Downpatrick from Carrickfergus?

Downpatrick lies roughly to the south of Carrickfergus.

Which towns do you pass between Carrickfergus and Downpatrick?

Towns on the route from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick include Holywood, Belfast, Dundonald, Newtownards.

Are there charging stations between Carrickfergus and Downpatrick?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick, including Kennedy Centre, Belfast (350 kW); 90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast (320 kW); High Street, Holywood (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 179.

Carrickfergus Downpatrick

Distance: 33 miDuration: 55 min

Driving from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick takes about 55 min via A23. The distance is 33 mi. The straight-line distance is 27 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Jordanstown, Queens Island, Sydenham, Belfast, Comber, Kilmore, Newry Mourne and Down. Driving directions

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Driving directions41 · 33 mi

1 Depart onto Marine Highway 1 mi
2 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Belfast Road 33 yd
3 Exit roundabout straight onto Belfast Road 2 mi
4 Enter rotary slightly left onto Shore Road 70 yd
5 Exit rotary left onto Shore Road 1 mi
6 Keep slightly left onto Shore Road 1 mi
7 Keep slightly left onto Shore Road 1 mi
8 Enter rotary straight onto Shore Road 9 yd
9 Exit rotary straight onto Shore Road 2 mi
10 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Shore Road 35 yd
11 Exit roundabout straight onto Shore Road 1 mi
12 Enter roundabout left 39 yd
13 Exit roundabout slightly left 2 mi

14 Merge slightly left 3 mi
15 Continue straight 1 mi
16 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
17 Keep slightly right 1 mi
18 Turn left onto Middlepath Street 1 mi
19 Turn left onto Newtownards Road 72 yd
20 Continue straight onto Short Strand 1 mi
21 Turn right onto Templemore Avenue 1 mi
22 Turn left onto Castlereagh Street 92 yd
23 Continue straight onto Castlereagh Road 2 mi
24 Continue straight onto Ballygowan Road 3 mi
25 Continue straight onto Moneyreagh Road 3 mi
26 Continue straight onto Belfast Road 1 mi
27 Enter rotary straight onto Church Hill 34 yd
28 Exit rotary slightly left onto Church Hill 1 mi
29 Continue straight onto Carrickmannon Road 5 mi
30 At end of road, turn left onto Manse Road 1 mi
31 Turn slightly right onto Ballywillin Road 3 mi
32 Continue straight onto Scaddy Road 3 mi
33 At end of road, turn right onto Killyleagh Road 2 mi
34 Turn left onto Quoile Bridge 72 yd
35 Turn right onto Old Belfast Road 1 mi
36 Continue straight onto New Bridge Street 1 mi
37 Enter roundabout slightly left onto New Bridge Street 11 yd
38 Exit roundabout straight onto New Bridge Street 115 yd
39 Continue straight onto Church Street 1 mi
40 Turn right onto Market Street 56 yd
41 Arrive onto Market Street

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The return trip from Downpatrick to Carrickfergus covers roughly the same distance, 33 mi.

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Charging points along the way

179 chargers

Kennedy Centre, BelfastKennedy Centre, Belfast350 kW
90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast, BT3 9DJ320 kW
High Street, HolywoodHigh Street, Holywood, Northern Ireland, BT18 9AQ200 kW
South Circular Rd, BangorSouth Circular Rd, Bangor200 kW
Ballydugan Road, DownpatrickBallydugan Road, Downpatrick, BT30 6LZ180 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Stena Line Victoria Terminal 2
Ferry Terminals

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Downpatrick → George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)25 mi · 45 min Downpatrick → Belfast International Airport (BFS)35 mi · 55 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 November 2026.

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How far is it from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick?: The distance between Carrickfergus and Downpatrick is 33 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick?: The drive from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick takes approximately 55 min by car.
What is the best route from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick?: The fastest route from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick covers 33 mi with a driving time of approximately 55 min.
Which direction is Downpatrick from Carrickfergus?: Downpatrick lies roughly to the south of Carrickfergus.
Which towns do you pass between Carrickfergus and Downpatrick?: Towns on the route from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick include Holywood, Belfast, Dundonald, Newtownards.
Are there charging stations between Carrickfergus and Downpatrick?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Carrickfergus to Downpatrick, including Kennedy Centre, Belfast (350 kW); 90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast (320 kW); High Street, Holywood (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 179.

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