How far is it from Balally to Rathgar?

The distance between Balally and Rathgar is 14 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Balally to Rathgar?

The drive from Balally to Rathgar takes approximately 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Balally to Rathgar?

The fastest route from Balally to Rathgar covers 14 km with a driving time of approximately 15 min.

Which direction is Rathgar from Balally?

Rathgar lies roughly to the north-west of Balally.

Where can I stop to rest between Balally and Rathgar?

On the route from Balally to Rathgar you can take a break at Underground car park toilet.

Are there charging stations between Balally and Rathgar?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Balally to Rathgar, including 146 Cabra Rd, Dublin (400 kW); Citywest Rd, Citywest (400 kW); Clonshaugh Rd, Clonshaugh (400 kW). Charging points on this route: 563.

Balally Rathgar

Distance: 14 kmDrive time: 15 min

Driving from Balally to Rathgar takes about 15 min via M50. The distance is 14 km. The straight-line distance is 6 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions11 · 14 km

1 Depart right onto Southern Cross Route 8 km
2 Take exit slightly left 438 m
3 Keep slightly right onto Tallaght Interchange 310 m
4 Keep slightly left onto Tallaght Road 722 m
5 Enter rotary slightly left onto Templeogue Road 51 m
6 Exit rotary slightly left onto Templeogue Road 4 km
7 Continue straight onto Terenure Road East 415 m
8 Turn left onto Brighton Road 86 m

9 Turn right onto Harrison Row 217 m
10 Turn right onto Rathgar Avenue 94 m
11 Arrive left onto Orwell Road

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The return trip from Rathgar to Balally covers roughly the same distance, 14 km.

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Charging points along the way

563 chargers

146 Cabra Rd, Dublin146 Cabra Rd, Dublin, Dublin 7400 kW
Citywest Rd, CitywestCitywest Rd, Citywest, Dublin 24400 kW
Clonshaugh Rd, ClonshaughClonshaugh Rd, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17400 kW
Dublin Rd, BrayDublin Rd, Bray, Co. Dublin400 kW
Enniskerry Rd, KilternanEnniskerry Rd, Kilternan, Co. Dublin400 kW

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Rathgar → Dún Laoghaire13 km · 25 min Rathgar → Kilquade30 km · 30 min Rathgar → Droichead Nua49 km · 45 min Rathgar → Straffan34 km · 35 min Rathgar → Baltinglass57 km · 1 h Rathgar → Aughrim (Wicklow)70 km · 1 h 5 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 October 2026.

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How far is it from Balally to Rathgar?: The distance between Balally and Rathgar is 14 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Balally to Rathgar?: The drive from Balally to Rathgar takes approximately 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Balally to Rathgar?: The fastest route from Balally to Rathgar covers 14 km with a driving time of approximately 15 min.
Which direction is Rathgar from Balally?: Rathgar lies roughly to the north-west of Balally.
Where can I stop to rest between Balally and Rathgar?: On the route from Balally to Rathgar you can take a break at Underground car park toilet.
Are there charging stations between Balally and Rathgar?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Balally to Rathgar, including 146 Cabra Rd, Dublin (400 kW); Citywest Rd, Citywest (400 kW); Clonshaugh Rd, Clonshaugh (400 kW). Charging points on this route: 563.

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