How far is it from Athboy to Allen?

The distance between Athboy and Allen is 61 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Athboy to Allen?

The drive from Athboy to Allen takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Athboy to Allen?

The fastest route from Athboy to Allen covers 61 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.

Which direction is Allen from Athboy?

Allen lies roughly to the south of Athboy.

Which towns do you pass between Athboy and Allen?

Towns on the route from Athboy to Allen include Jamestown, Trim, Agher, Edenderry, Rathangan (Kildare).

Where can I find a 24h service station between Athboy and Allen?

Along the route from Athboy to Allen you can fill up at Top, Emo, Applegreen. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Are there charging stations between Athboy and Allen?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Athboy to Allen, including R148, Kinnegad (400 kW); Junction 6, Dunshaughlin (350 kW); JOHNSTOWN, Enfield (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 98.

Athboy Allen

Distance: 61 kmDrive time: 1 h 10 min

Driving from Athboy to Allen takes about 1 h 10 min via R159. The distance is 61 km. The straight-line distance is 43 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Athboy, Trim, Rathmolyon, Kilshanchoe, Allen. Driving directions

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Driving directions31 · 61 km

1 Depart 4 m
2 Turn right onto Upper Bridge Street 135 m
3 Continue straight onto Lower Bridge Street 135 m
4 Turn right 12 km
5 Turn right onto Kells Road 229 m
6 At end of road, turn left onto Athboy Road 79 m
7 Continue straight onto Haggard Street 283 m
8 At end of road, turn right onto High Street 310 m
9 Turn right onto Market Street 145 m
10 Turn left onto Emmet Street 316 m
11 Continue straight onto Summerhill Road 539 m
12 Enter roundabout slightly left 32 m
13 Exit roundabout slightly left 3 km

14 Turn right 15 km
15 At end of road, turn right 226 m
16 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Innfield Relief Road 4 m
17 Exit roundabout straight onto Innfield Relief Road 464 m
18 Enter roundabout slightly left 105 m
19 Exit roundabout slightly left 463 m
20 Enter roundabout left 80 m
21 Exit roundabout left 102 m
22 Enter roundabout left 76 m
23 Exit roundabout left 267 m
24 Enter roundabout left onto Edenderry Road 50 m
25 Exit roundabout left onto Edenderry Road 11 km
26 Enter roundabout slightly left 21 m
27 Exit roundabout left 195 m
28 Continue straight 12 km
29 Turn right 7 km
30 Turn right onto Allen Court 194 m
31 Arrive right onto Allen Court

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The return trip from Allen to Athboy covers roughly the same distance, 61 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

98 chargers

R148, KinnegadR148, Kinnegad, Co. Meath400 kW
Junction 6, DunshaughlinJunction 6, Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath350 kW
JOHNSTOWN, EnfieldJOHNSTOWN, Enfield, Meath, A83 NC52250 kW
Athgarvan Rd, NewbridgeAthgarvan Rd, Newbridge, Co. Kildare200 kW
Athlone Rd, KinnegadAthlone Rd, Kinnegad, Co. Westmeath200 kW

EV Charging Stations

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular destinations close by

Allen → Clonskeagh51 km · 55 min Allen → Newbridge10 km · 15 min Allen → Rathangan (Kildare)12 km · 20 min Allen → Kildare13 km · 20 min Allen → Drummin58 km · 1 h 10 min Allen → Clonmore (Carlow)74 km · 1 h 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 October 2026.

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How far is it from Athboy to Allen?: The distance between Athboy and Allen is 61 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Athboy to Allen?: The drive from Athboy to Allen takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Athboy to Allen?: The fastest route from Athboy to Allen covers 61 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.
Which direction is Allen from Athboy?: Allen lies roughly to the south of Athboy.
Which towns do you pass between Athboy and Allen?: Towns on the route from Athboy to Allen include Jamestown, Trim, Agher, Edenderry, Rathangan (Kildare).
Where can I find a 24h service station between Athboy and Allen?: Along the route from Athboy to Allen you can fill up at Top, Emo, Applegreen. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Are there charging stations between Athboy and Allen?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Athboy to Allen, including R148, Kinnegad (400 kW); Junction 6, Dunshaughlin (350 kW); JOHNSTOWN, Enfield (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 98.

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