How far is it from Athlone to Killeshandra?

The distance between Athlone and Killeshandra is 87 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Athlone to Killeshandra?

The drive from Athlone to Killeshandra takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Athlone to Killeshandra?

The fastest route from Athlone to Killeshandra covers 87 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.

Which direction is Killeshandra from Athlone?

Killeshandra lies roughly to the north of Athlone.

Which roads does the route from Athlone to Killeshandra follow?

The drive from Athlone to Killeshandra mainly follows N55.

Which towns do you pass between Athlone and Killeshandra?

Towns on the route from Athlone to Killeshandra include Ballykeeran, Maghera, Granard, Cavan, Bessbrook.

Are there charging stations between Athlone and Killeshandra?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Athlone to Killeshandra, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 76.

Athlone Killeshandra

Distance: 87 kmDrive time: 1 h 25 min

Driving from Athlone to Killeshandra takes about 1 h 25 min via N55. The distance is 87 km. The straight-line distance is 72 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Tubberclare, Moydow, Drumlish, Kilcogy, Ballinagh. Driving directions

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Driving directions31 · 87 km

1 Depart onto Dublin Gate Street 20 m
2 Continue straight onto Church Street 204 m
3 Turn right onto Northgate Street 335 m
4 Continue straight onto Coosan Point Road 644 m
5 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Arcadia 39 m
6 Exit roundabout left onto Arcadia 706 m
7 Enter roundabout left onto Ballymahon Road 33 m
8 Exit roundabout left onto Ballymahon Road 2 km
9 Enter rotary slightly left onto Ballymahon Road 36 m
10 Exit rotary slightly left onto Ballymahon Road 19 km
11 At end of road, turn left 364 m
12 Turn right 19 km
13 Enter rotary left onto Ballymahon Road 82 m

14 Exit rotary left onto Ballymahon Road 238 m
15 Continue right onto Pound Street 160 m
16 Continue straight onto Main Street 213 m
17 Turn left 13 km
18 Turn right onto Main Street 301 m
19 Continue straight onto Barrack Street 464 m
20 Continue straight onto Cavan Road 4 km
21 Continue straight onto Athlone Road 15 km
22 Enter roundabout left onto Athlone Road 10 m
23 Exit roundabout left onto Athlone Road 767 m
24 Continue straight onto Main Street 344 m
25 At end of road, turn left onto Crossdoney Road 3 km
26 Continue straight onto Ballinagh Road 960 m
27 Continue straight onto Killashandra Road 8 km
28 Continue straight onto Crossdoney Road 3 km
29 Continue straight onto Killeshandra Loop 265 m
30 Continue straight onto Main Street 322 m
31 Arrive left onto Main Street

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The return trip from Killeshandra to Athlone covers roughly the same distance, 87 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

76 chargers

Fassagh, Athlone / MoateFassagh, Athlone / Moate, Co. Westmeath350 kW
Athlone / MoateAthlone / Moate, Co. Westmeath300 kW
Dublin Rd, CavanDublin Rd, Cavan, Co. Cavan200 kW
N4 / Battery Rd, LongfordN4 / Battery Rd, Longford, Co. Longford200 kW
Westpoint Business Centre, MonkslandWestpoint Business Centre, Monksland, Co. Roscommon180 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Top attractions along the route

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Killeshandra → Arvagh17 km · 20 min Killeshandra → Butlersbridge19 km · 25 min Killeshandra → Bawnboy21 km · 25 min Killeshandra → Raharney74 km · 1 h 20 min Killeshandra → Sooey75 km · 1 h 20 min Killeshandra → Redhills (Cavan)24 km · 30 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 17 August 2026.

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How far is it from Athlone to Killeshandra?: The distance between Athlone and Killeshandra is 87 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Athlone to Killeshandra?: The drive from Athlone to Killeshandra takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Athlone to Killeshandra?: The fastest route from Athlone to Killeshandra covers 87 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.
Which direction is Killeshandra from Athlone?: Killeshandra lies roughly to the north of Athlone.
Which roads does the route from Athlone to Killeshandra follow?: The drive from Athlone to Killeshandra mainly follows N55.
Which towns do you pass between Athlone and Killeshandra?: Towns on the route from Athlone to Killeshandra include Ballykeeran, Maghera, Granard, Cavan, Bessbrook.
Are there charging stations between Athlone and Killeshandra?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Athlone to Killeshandra, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 76.

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