How far is it from Athboy to Bessbrook?

The distance between Athboy and Bessbrook is 74 km by road.

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

The drive from Athboy to Bessbrook takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Athboy to Bessbrook?

The fastest route from Athboy to Bessbrook covers 74 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is Bessbrook from Athboy?

Bessbrook lies roughly to the north-west of Athboy.

Which roads does the route from Athboy to Bessbrook follow?

The drive from Athboy to Bessbrook mainly follows N3.

Which towns do you pass between Athboy and Bessbrook?

Towns on the route from Athboy to Bessbrook include Kilskeer, Kells, Bailieborough, Ballyjamesduff, Cavan.

Are there charging stations between Athboy and Bessbrook?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Athboy to Bessbrook, including Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW); 372 Longwood Rd, Trim (180 kW); Cavan Road, Kells (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 49.

Athboy Bessbrook

Distance: 74 kmDrive time: 1 h 5 min

Driving from Athboy to Bessbrook takes about 1 h 5 min via N3. The distance is 74 km. The straight-line distance is 60 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Athboy, Carnaross, Termon, Stradone, Ballyhaise. Driving directions

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Driving directions24 · 74 km

1 Depart 4 m
2 Turn left onto Main Street 231 m
3 Turn right onto Connaught Street 6 km
4 Turn slightly left 2 km
5 Turn right onto Mullingar Road 8 km
6 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Clonee to North of Kells Dual Carriageway 8 m
7 Exit roundabout straight onto Clonee to North of Kells Dual Carriageway 4 km
8 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Clonee to North of Kells Dual Carriageway 84 m
9 Exit roundabout straight onto Clonee to North of Kells Dual Carriageway 6 km
10 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Clonee to North of Kells Road 52 m
11 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Clonee to North of Kells Road 945 m
12 Continue straight onto Dublin Road 7 km
13 Continue straight onto Ballaghanea Bridge 3 km

14 Continue straight onto Main Street 406 m
15 Enter roundabout left onto Cavan Road 33 m
16 Exit roundabout left onto Cavan Road 19 km
17 Continue straight onto Dublin Road 8 km
18 Enter roundabout left onto Dublin Road 36 m
19 Exit roundabout left onto Dublin Road 2 km
20 Enter rotary left onto Cavan Bypass 89 m
21 Exit rotary slightly left onto Cavan Bypass 10 km
22 Continue straight onto Belturbet Bypass 3 km
23 Turn left onto Bakers Bridge Road 258 m
24 Arrive onto Bakers Bridge Road

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The return trip from Bessbrook to Athboy covers roughly the same distance, 74 km.

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Charging points along the way

49 chargers

Dublin Rd, CavanDublin Rd, Cavan, Co. Cavan200 kW
372 Longwood Rd, Trim372 Longwood Rd, Trim, Co. Meath180 kW
Cavan Road, KellsCavan Road, Kells150 kW
Dublin Road, TrimDublin Road, Trim150 kW
Dublin RoadDublin Road, H12 X6P4140 kW

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Bessbrook → Enniskillen39 km · 40 min Bessbrook → Cookstown73 km · 1 h 10 min Bessbrook → Carrickmacross59 km · 1 h Bessbrook → Lurgan88 km · 1 h 20 min Bessbrook → Monaghan45 km · 40 min Bessbrook → Dundalk81 km · 1 h 25 min

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How far is it from Athboy to Bessbrook?: The distance between Athboy and Bessbrook is 74 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Athboy to Bessbrook?: The drive from Athboy to Bessbrook takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Athboy to Bessbrook?: The fastest route from Athboy to Bessbrook covers 74 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is Bessbrook from Athboy?: Bessbrook lies roughly to the north-west of Athboy.
Which roads does the route from Athboy to Bessbrook follow?: The drive from Athboy to Bessbrook mainly follows N3.
Which towns do you pass between Athboy and Bessbrook?: Towns on the route from Athboy to Bessbrook include Kilskeer, Kells, Bailieborough, Ballyjamesduff, Cavan.
Are there charging stations between Athboy and Bessbrook?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Athboy to Bessbrook, including Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW); 372 Longwood Rd, Trim (180 kW); Cavan Road, Kells (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 49.

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