How far is it from Arklow to Athy?

The distance between Arklow and Athy is 76 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Arklow to Athy?

The drive from Arklow to Athy takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Arklow to Athy?

The fastest route from Arklow to Athy covers 76 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.

Which direction is Athy from Arklow?

Athy lies roughly to the west of Arklow.

Which roads does the route from Arklow to Athy follow?

The drive from Arklow to Athy mainly follows R747.

Which towns do you pass between Arklow and Athy?

Towns on the route from Arklow to Athy include Ballinaclash, Aughrim (Wicklow), Knockananna, Baltinglass, Calverstown.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Arklow and Athy?

Along the route from Arklow to Athy you can fill up at Circle K, Emo, O'Reilly's. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Are there charging stations between Arklow and Athy?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Arklow to Athy, including Junction 19 (360 kW); North Quay, Arklow (360 kW); Gorey Services Station, Inch (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 43.

Arklow Athy

Distance: 76 kmDrive time: 1 h 20 min

Driving from Arklow to Athy takes about 1 h 20 min via R747. The distance is 76 km. The straight-line distance is 60 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Woodenbridge, Tinahely, Clonmore (Carlow), Rathvilly, Tinryland. Driving directions

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Driving directions25 · 76 km

1 Depart onto Main Street 28 m
2 Continue straight onto Upper Main Street 399 m
3 Turn right onto Vale Road 7 km
4 Continue left 6 km
5 Turn right 13 km
6 Turn right 3 km
7 Turn right onto Churchlands 203 m
8 Continue straight onto School Road 425 m
9 At end of road, turn left onto Kelly's Hill 239 m
10 Continue right onto Bridge Street 124 m
11 Turn right onto Dwyer Square 65 m
12 Turn right onto Kevin Street 11 km
13 Continue left 39 m

14 Turn right 4 km
15 Turn right 12 km
16 Keep slightly right onto Rathtoole Road 11 km
17 Turn right 117 m
18 Turn left 3 km
19 Enter roundabout left 67 m
20 Exit roundabout slightly left 118 m
21 Enter roundabout slightly left 53 m
22 Exit roundabout left 9 km
23 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Dublin Road 49 m
24 Exit roundabout straight onto Dublin Road 2 km
25 Arrive left onto Leinster Street

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The return trip from Athy to Arklow covers roughly the same distance, 76 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

43 chargers

Junction 19Junction 19, Co. Wicklow360 kW
North Quay, ArklowNorth Quay, Arklow, Co. Wicklow360 kW
Gorey Services Station, InchGorey Services Station, Inch, Co. Wexford350 kW
M9 Services, KilcullenM9 Services, Kilcullen, Co. Kildare, R56 T251150 kW
Arklow, WicklowArklow, Wicklow, Co Wicklow50 kW

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular destinations close by

Athy → Dublin77 km · 1 h 5 min Athy → Tullamore58 km · 1 h Athy → Newbridge35 km · 30 min Athy → Edenderry45 km · 55 min Athy → Wicklow83 km · 1 h 30 min Athy → Port Laoise25 km · 30 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 3 November 2026.

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How far is it from Arklow to Athy?: The distance between Arklow and Athy is 76 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Arklow to Athy?: The drive from Arklow to Athy takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Arklow to Athy?: The fastest route from Arklow to Athy covers 76 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.
Which direction is Athy from Arklow?: Athy lies roughly to the west of Arklow.
Which roads does the route from Arklow to Athy follow?: The drive from Arklow to Athy mainly follows R747.
Which towns do you pass between Arklow and Athy?: Towns on the route from Arklow to Athy include Ballinaclash, Aughrim (Wicklow), Knockananna, Baltinglass, Calverstown.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Arklow and Athy?: Along the route from Arklow to Athy you can fill up at Circle K, Emo, O'Reilly's. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Are there charging stations between Arklow and Athy?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Arklow to Athy, including Junction 19 (360 kW); North Quay, Arklow (360 kW); Gorey Services Station, Inch (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 43.

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