How far is it from Abbeyleix to Gowran?

The distance between Abbeyleix and Gowran is 49 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Abbeyleix to Gowran?

The drive from Abbeyleix to Gowran takes approximately 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Abbeyleix to Gowran?

The fastest route from Abbeyleix to Gowran covers 49 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Which direction is Gowran from Abbeyleix?

Gowran lies roughly to the south-east of Abbeyleix.

Which roads does the route from Abbeyleix to Gowran follow?

The drive from Abbeyleix to Gowran mainly follows N77.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Abbeyleix and Gowran?

Along the route from Abbeyleix to Gowran you can fill up at Moynans, Inver, Blackquarry Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Are there charging stations between Abbeyleix and Gowran?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Abbeyleix to Gowran, including Exit 17, M7, Portlaoise (200 kW); Abbeyleix Road (180 kW); M9 Exit 7, Paulstown (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 67.

Abbeyleix Gowran

Distance: 49 kmDrive time: 45 min

Driving from Abbeyleix to Gowran takes about 45 min via N77. The distance is 49 km. The straight-line distance is 36 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions26 · 49 km

1 Depart left onto Main Street 9 km
2 Continue slightly left onto The Square 106 m
3 Continue straight onto Mary Street 6 km
4 Continue straight onto Ballyragget Village to Ballynaslee 4 km
5 Turn right 59 m
6 Turn slightly right 11 km
7 At end of road, turn left 100 m
8 Turn left 14 m
9 Turn slightly left 4 km
10 Enter rotary slightly left onto Kilkenny Ring Road 9 m
11 Exit rotary slightly left onto Kilkenny Ring Road 2 km
12 Enter rotary slightly left onto Kilkenny Ring Road 42 m
13 Exit rotary slightly left onto Kilkenny Ring Road 698 m

14 Enter rotary slightly left onto Kilkenny Ring Road 40 m
15 Exit rotary slightly left onto Kilkenny Ring Road 613 m
16 Enter rotary left onto Kilkenny Ring Road 40 m
17 Exit rotary straight onto Kilkenny Ring Road 954 m
18 Enter rotary slightly left onto Dublin Road 3 m
19 Exit rotary left onto Dublin Road 2 km
20 Enter rotary slightly left 42 m
21 Exit rotary slightly left 9 km
22 Turn right 730 m
23 Continue straight 485 m
24 Turn left 661 m
25 Continue straight 172 m
26 Arrive right

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The return trip from Gowran to Abbeyleix covers roughly the same distance, 49 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

67 chargers

Exit 17, M7, PortlaoiseExit 17, M7, Portlaoise, Co. Laois200 kW
Abbeyleix RoadAbbeyleix Road, Co. Laois180 kW
M9 Exit 7, PaulstownM9 Exit 7, Paulstown, Co. Kilkenny180 kW
Southern Circular Rd, PortlaoiseSouthern Circular Rd, Portlaoise, Co. Laois160 kW
Kilkenny Ring Rd, KilkennyKilkenny Ring Rd, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny150 kW

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Top attractions along the route

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Popular destinations close by

Gowran → Dungarvan (Kilkenny)8 km · 10 min Gowran → Old Leighlin16 km · 20 min Gowran → Bennettsbridge16 km · 20 min Gowran → Muine Bheag15 km · 15 min Gowran → Borris15 km · 20 min Gowran → Croghan16 km · 20 min

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How far is it from Abbeyleix to Gowran?: The distance between Abbeyleix and Gowran is 49 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Abbeyleix to Gowran?: The drive from Abbeyleix to Gowran takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Abbeyleix to Gowran?: The fastest route from Abbeyleix to Gowran covers 49 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is Gowran from Abbeyleix?: Gowran lies roughly to the south-east of Abbeyleix.
Which roads does the route from Abbeyleix to Gowran follow?: The drive from Abbeyleix to Gowran mainly follows N77.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Abbeyleix and Gowran?: Along the route from Abbeyleix to Gowran you can fill up at Moynans, Inver, Blackquarry Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Are there charging stations between Abbeyleix and Gowran?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Abbeyleix to Gowran, including Exit 17, M7, Portlaoise (200 kW); Abbeyleix Road (180 kW); M9 Exit 7, Paulstown (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 67.

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