How far is it from Ballinasloe to Longford?

The distance between Ballinasloe and Longford is 72 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Ballinasloe to Longford?

The drive from Ballinasloe to Longford takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Ballinasloe to Longford?

The fastest route from Ballinasloe to Longford covers 72 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.

Which direction is Longford from Ballinasloe?

Longford lies roughly to the north-east of Ballinasloe.

Which towns do you pass between Ballinasloe and Longford?

Towns on the route from Ballinasloe to Longford include Bellanamullia, Athlone, Maghera, Ballymore (Westmeath), Tarmonbarry.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Ballinasloe and Longford?

Along the route from Ballinasloe to Longford you can fill up at Certa (24/7), Top, Corrib Oil - Home Heating Oil (Longford). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Ballinasloe and Longford?

Along the route from Ballinasloe to Longford you can stop for the night or service your van at Lough Ree East Caravan and Camping.

Where can I stop to rest between Ballinasloe and Longford?

On the route from Ballinasloe to Longford you can take a break at Costa Coffee Toilets.

Are there charging stations between Ballinasloe and Longford?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Ballinasloe to Longford, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); N4 / Battery Rd, Longford (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 55.

Ballinasloe Longford

Distance: 72 kmDrive time: 1 h 10 min

Driving from Ballinasloe to Longford takes about 1 h 10 min via M6. The distance is 72 km. The straight-line distance is 53 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Cornafulla, Athlone, Tubberclare, Ballymahon, Moydow. Driving directions

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Driving directions23 · 72 km

1 Depart onto Society Street 16 m
2 Turn left onto Harris Road 296 m
3 Turn right 2 km
4 Enter rotary left 51 m
5 Exit rotary straight 149 m
6 Enter roundabout left 9 m
7 Exit roundabout straight 683 m
8 Merge slightly right 24 km
9 Continue straight onto Athlone Bypass 5 km
10 Take exit slightly left 383 m
11 Turn left onto Ballymahon Road 2 km
12 Enter rotary slightly left onto Ballymahon Road 36 m
13 Exit rotary slightly left onto Ballymahon Road 19 km

14 At end of road, turn left 364 m
15 Continue straight 4 km
16 Turn right 15 km
17 At end of road, turn right 2 km
18 At roundabout, take exit slightly right onto Killashee Road 667 m
19 Turn left onto Saint Michaels Road 341 m
20 At end of road, turn right 256 m
21 Continue straight onto Richmond Street 186 m
22 Turn left onto Main Street 55 m
23 Arrive onto Main Street

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The return trip from Longford to Ballinasloe covers roughly the same distance, 72 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

55 chargers

Fassagh, Athlone / MoateFassagh, Athlone / Moate, Co. Westmeath350 kW
Athlone / MoateAthlone / Moate, Co. Westmeath300 kW
N4 / Battery Rd, LongfordN4 / Battery Rd, Longford, Co. Longford200 kW
Westpoint Business Centre, MonkslandWestpoint Business Centre, Monksland, Co. Roscommon180 kW
Creggan Court Hotel, AthloneCreggan Court Hotel, Athlone150 kW

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Longford → Mullingar44 km · 45 min Longford → Sligo89 km · 1 h 15 min Longford → Trim84 km · 1 h 20 min Longford → Kells81 km · 1 h 15 min Longford → Birr82 km · 1 h 20 min Longford → Boyle51 km · 50 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 Ballinasloe to Longford?: The distance between Ballinasloe and Longford is 72 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Ballinasloe to Longford?: The drive from Ballinasloe to Longford takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Ballinasloe to Longford?: The fastest route from Ballinasloe to Longford covers 72 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.
Which direction is Longford from Ballinasloe?: Longford lies roughly to the north-east of Ballinasloe.
Which towns do you pass between Ballinasloe and Longford?: Towns on the route from Ballinasloe to Longford include Bellanamullia, Athlone, Maghera, Ballymore (Westmeath), Tarmonbarry.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Ballinasloe and Longford?: Along the route from Ballinasloe to Longford you can fill up at Certa (24/7), Top, Corrib Oil - Home Heating Oil (Longford). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Ballinasloe and Longford?: Along the route from Ballinasloe to Longford you can stop for the night or service your van at Lough Ree East Caravan and Camping.
Where can I stop to rest between Ballinasloe and Longford?: On the route from Ballinasloe to Longford you can take a break at Costa Coffee Toilets.
Are there charging stations between Ballinasloe and Longford?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Ballinasloe to Longford, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); N4 / Battery Rd, Longford (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 55.

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