The Mourne Rambler is a scenic circular bus service, operated by Translink, that begins and ends at Newcastle Bus Station, weaving its way through the breathtaking heart of the Mourne Mountains. Along the route, it stops at key locations that provide easy access to popular walking trails, peaceful reservoirs, picturesque valleys, and charming villages. Designed with walkers, families, and day-trippers in mind, the service offers a relaxed and flexible way to explore this stunning landscape at your own pace.
The route completes a full loop back into Newcastle, enabling multiple start–stop options for a flexible hiking day.
Why Use the Mourne Rambler?
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Ease of access
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No need to navigate rural roads or parking. Simply jump aboard and get to the trails.
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Ultimate flexibility
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Choose your hiking distance: ride to a trailhead, walk your route, and catch the next bus.
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Eco-conscience & cost-effective
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A greener way to explore—and excellent value compared to fuel and parking fees.
Mourne Rambler Ulsterbus / Service 405
Leaves Newcastle Bus Station - Stops at:
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Bryansford Village Lane
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Bryansford, Tollymore National Outdoor Centre
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Bryansford, Trassey Road for Hares Gap
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Kilcoo, The Rock
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Square, Trassey Road, Moyad Road Junction
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Square, Fofanny Dam
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Spelga Dam – Ott Mountain
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Spelga Dam – Slievenaman Road Lay-By
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Spelga Dam – Pigeon Rock
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Moyad, Slievenagore for Lough Shannagh Path
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Moyad, Holy Cross Primary School
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Silent Valley
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Brackenagh, Carrick Little
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Glassdrumman, Rourkes Park
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Glassdrumman, Quarter Road
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Bloody Bridge
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Newcastle, King Street
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Newcastle – 105-113 Central Promenade
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Newcastle – Bus Station
Timetables: Available on Translink's Journey Planner app or website
Download Mourne Rambler Timetable
Get ready to breathe in the fresh mountain air, feel the granite underfoot, and ride the Mourne Rambler into an unforgettable summer adventure.
This scenic walk leads from the Bloody Bridge car park along the edge of the Bloody Bridge River and back again.
A circular route in the central Mournes taking in sites such as Annalong Wood, Slievelamagan, Ben Crom Reservoir, Cove Mountain and Annalong Valley, with views over the Irish Sea and to the Isle of Man.
"Where the Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea" (Percy French) The popular song has made the Mournes the best known mountains in Ireland. Distinctive and self-contained, they are tucked away in the southeast corner of Northern Ireland, with 12 shapely summits rising about 2,000ft on the eastern side.
