How far is it from Larne to Newtownards?

The distance between Larne and Newtownards is 34 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Larne to Newtownards?

The drive from Larne to Newtownards takes approximately 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Larne to Newtownards?

The fastest route from Larne to Newtownards covers 34 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Which direction is Newtownards from Larne?

Newtownards lies roughly to the south of Larne.

Which towns do you pass between Larne and Newtownards?

Towns on the route from Larne to Newtownards include Glengormley, Belfast, Dundonald, Carrickfergus.

Are there charging stations between Larne and Newtownards?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Larne to Newtownards, including Kennedy Centre, Belfast (350 kW); 90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast (320 kW); Circular Rd, Larne (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 180.

Larne Newtownards

Distance: 34 miDuration: 45 min

Driving from Larne to Newtownards takes about 45 min via A8. The distance is 34 mi. The straight-line distance is 19 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Straid, Antrim and Newtownabbey, Glengormley, Queens Island, Ballyhackamore, Cultra. Driving directions

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Driving directions38 · 34 mi

1 Depart onto High Street 96 yd
2 At end of road, turn left onto Pound Street 1 mi
3 Merge right 1 mi
4 Keep slightly left 2 mi
5 Enter rotary left onto Belfast Road 77 yd
6 Exit rotary straight onto Belfast Road 1 mi
7 Enter roundabout straight 101 yd
8 Exit roundabout straight 9 mi
9 Enter rotary slightly left 52 yd
10 Exit rotary slightly left 2 mi
11 Enter roundabout left 88 yd
12 Exit roundabout straight 1 mi
13 Enter rotary slightly left 84 yd

14 Exit rotary slightly left 1 mi
15 Enter rotary slightly left 122 yd
16 Exit rotary straight 1 mi
17 Keep slightly right 135 yd
18 Merge slightly right 6 mi
19 Continue straight 2 mi
20 Merge slightly left onto Sydenham Bypass 3 mi
21 Keep slightly right 51 yd
22 Keep slightly right 134 yd
23 Continue right onto Holywood Road 130 yd
24 Keep slightly left onto Holywood Road 1 mi
25 Continue straight onto Parkway 2 mi
26 Enter rotary straight onto Belmont Road 19 yd
27 Exit rotary slightly left onto Belmont Road 1 mi
28 Continue left onto Belmont Road 1 mi
29 At end of road, turn right onto Belmont Road 5 yd
30 Continue left onto Belmont Road 1 mi
31 Continue straight onto Ballymiscaw Road 3 mi
32 At end of road, turn right onto Whinney Hill 1 mi
33 At end of road, turn left onto Craigantlet Road 14 yd
34 Turn right onto Holywood Road 2 mi
35 At end of road, turn left onto Belfast Road 2 mi
36 Continue straight onto Church Street 1 mi
37 Continue straight onto Regent Street 174 yd
38 Arrive onto Regent Street

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The return trip from Newtownards to Larne covers roughly the same distance, 34 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

180 chargers

Kennedy Centre, BelfastKennedy Centre, Belfast350 kW
90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast, BT3 9DJ320 kW
Circular Rd, LarneCircular Rd, Larne200 kW
High Street, HolywoodHigh Street, Holywood, Northern Ireland, BT18 9AQ200 kW
South Circular Rd, BangorSouth Circular Rd, Bangor200 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 destinations close by

Newtownards → Belfast International Airport (BFS)26 mi · 45 min Newtownards → George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)13 mi · 25 min

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

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How far is it from Larne to Newtownards?: The distance between Larne and Newtownards is 34 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Larne to Newtownards?: The drive from Larne to Newtownards takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Larne to Newtownards?: The fastest route from Larne to Newtownards covers 34 mi with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is Newtownards from Larne?: Newtownards lies roughly to the south of Larne.
Which towns do you pass between Larne and Newtownards?: Towns on the route from Larne to Newtownards include Glengormley, Belfast, Dundonald, Carrickfergus.
Are there charging stations between Larne and Newtownards?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Larne to Newtownards, including Kennedy Centre, Belfast (350 kW); 90 Sydenham Rd, Belfast (320 kW); Circular Rd, Larne (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 180.

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