How far is it from Arklow to Port Laoise?

The distance between Arklow and Port Laoise is 100 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Arklow to Port Laoise?

The drive from Arklow to Port Laoise takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Arklow to Port Laoise?

The fastest route from Arklow to Port Laoise covers 100 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.

Which direction is Port Laoise from Arklow?

Port Laoise lies roughly to the west of Arklow.

Which roads does the route from Arklow to Port Laoise follow?

The drive from Arklow to Port Laoise mainly follows R747.

Which towns do you pass between Arklow and Port Laoise?

Towns on the route from Arklow to Port Laoise include Ballinaclash, Annacurra, Stratford-on-Slaney, Calverstown, Athy.

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

Along the route from Arklow to Port Laoise you can fill up at Circle K, O'Reilly's Petrol Station, Applegreen Portlaoise (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Arklow and Port Laoise?

Along the route from Arklow to Port Laoise you can stop for the night or service your van at Raven's Rest.

Are there charging stations between Arklow and Port Laoise?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Arklow to Port Laoise, including Junction 19 (360 kW); North Quay, Arklow (360 kW); Gorey Services Station, Inch (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 74.

Arklow Port Laoise

Distance: 100 kmDrive time: 1 h 45 min

Driving from Arklow to Port Laoise takes about 1 h 45 min via R747. The distance is 100 km. The straight-line distance is 81 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Woodenbridge, Tinahely, Rathvilly, Tinryland, Portlaoise. Driving directions

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Driving directions40 · 100 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 Continue straight onto Duke Street 264 m
26 Turn right onto Woodstock Street 2 km
27 Continue slightly left 12 km
28 Turn right 9 km
29 Enter roundabout left 66 m
30 Exit roundabout left 941 m
31 Enter roundabout straight onto Stradbally Road 11 m
32 Exit roundabout straight onto Stradbally Road 224 m
33 Continue left onto Stradbally Road 7 m
34 Enter roundabout straight onto Stradbally Road 34 m
35 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Stradbally Road 4 m
36 Continue left onto Stradbally Road 2 km
37 At end of road, turn left onto James Fintan Lalor Avenue 26 m
38 Continue left onto James Fintan Lalor Avenue 160 m
39 At roundabout, take exit straight onto James Fintan Lalor Avenue 35 m
40 Arrive onto James Fintan Lalor Avenue

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The return trip from Port Laoise to Arklow covers roughly the same distance, 100 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

74 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
Exit 17, M7, PortlaoiseExit 17, M7, Portlaoise, Co. Laois200 kW
Junction 14, M7, MonasterevinJunction 14, M7, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare200 kW

EV Charging Stations

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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

Portlaoise → Mullingar73 km · 1 h 5 min Portlaoise → Tullamore34 km · 35 min Portlaoise → Newbridge40 km · 35 min Portlaoise → Thurles65 km · 50 min Portlaoise → Birr65 km · 55 min Portlaoise → Athy24 km · 30 min

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How far is it from Arklow to Port Laoise?: The distance between Arklow and Port Laoise is 100 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Arklow to Port Laoise?: The drive from Arklow to Port Laoise takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Arklow to Port Laoise?: The fastest route from Arklow to Port Laoise covers 100 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.
Which direction is Port Laoise from Arklow?: Port Laoise lies roughly to the west of Arklow.
Which roads does the route from Arklow to Port Laoise follow?: The drive from Arklow to Port Laoise mainly follows R747.
Which towns do you pass between Arklow and Port Laoise?: Towns on the route from Arklow to Port Laoise include Ballinaclash, Annacurra, Stratford-on-Slaney, Calverstown, Athy.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Arklow and Port Laoise?: Along the route from Arklow to Port Laoise you can fill up at Circle K, O'Reilly's Petrol Station, Applegreen Portlaoise (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Arklow and Port Laoise?: Along the route from Arklow to Port Laoise you can stop for the night or service your van at Raven's Rest.
Are there charging stations between Arklow and Port Laoise?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Arklow to Port Laoise, including Junction 19 (360 kW); North Quay, Arklow (360 kW); Gorey Services Station, Inch (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 74.

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