How far is it from Birr to Athlone?

The distance between Birr and Athlone is 43 km by road.

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

The drive from Birr to Athlone takes approximately 40 min by car.

What is the best route from Birr to Athlone?

The fastest route from Birr to Athlone covers 43 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.

Which direction is Athlone from Birr?

Athlone lies roughly to the north of Birr.

Which roads does the route from Birr to Athlone follow?

The drive from Birr to Athlone mainly follows N62.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Birr and Athlone?

Along the route from Birr to Athlone you can fill up at Top, Londis, Kilmartin's Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Birr and Athlone?

Along the route from Birr to Athlone you can stop for the night or service your van at Woodland Villas.

Where can I stop to rest between Birr and Athlone?

On the route from Birr to Athlone you can take a break at IMC Toilets.

Are there charging stations between Birr and Athlone?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Birr to Athlone, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); Westpoint Business Centre, Monksland (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 36.

Birr Athlone

Distance: 43 kmDrive time: 40 min

Driving from Birr to Athlone takes about 40 min via N62. The distance is 43 km. The straight-line distance is 37 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions20 · 43 km

1 Depart onto Townsend Street 73 m
2 Continue straight onto Melsop Street 295 m
3 Continue straight onto Tullamore Road 3 km
4 Turn left 13 km
5 At end of road, turn right onto Banagher Street 17 km
6 Turn right 7 km
7 At end of road, turn left onto Dublin Road 2 km
8 Enter roundabout left onto Dublin Road 47 m
9 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Dublin Road 764 m
10 Enter roundabout left 21 m
11 Exit roundabout left 201 m
12 Enter roundabout left onto Dublin Road 32 m
13 Exit roundabout left onto Dublin Road 2 km

14 Continue straight onto Castlemaine Street 305 m
15 Enter roundabout left onto Castlemaine Street 23 m
16 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Castlemaine Street 141 m
17 Turn slightly right onto Scotch Parade 78 m
18 Turn straight onto Saint Mary's Place 325 m
19 Continue straight onto Mardyke Street 170 m
20 Arrive onto Dublin Gate Street

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The return trip from Athlone to Birr covers roughly the same distance, 43 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

36 chargers

Fassagh, Athlone / MoateFassagh, Athlone / Moate, Co. Westmeath350 kW
Athlone / MoateAthlone / Moate, Co. Westmeath300 kW
Westpoint Business Centre, MonkslandWestpoint Business Centre, Monksland, Co. Roscommon180 kW
Creggan Court Hotel, AthloneCreggan Court Hotel, Athlone150 kW
Southern Station Rd, AthloneSouthern Station Rd, Athlone150 kW

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Top attractions along the route

No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular destinations close by

Athlone → Mullingar62 km · 50 min Athlone → Portlaoise79 km · 1 h 5 min Athlone → Trim93 km · 1 h 15 min Athlone → Ballinasloe31 km · 25 min Athlone → Tullamore45 km · 35 min Athlone → Longford44 km · 50 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 5 October 2026.

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How far is it from Birr to Athlone?: The distance between Birr and Athlone is 43 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Birr to Athlone?: The drive from Birr to Athlone takes approximately 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Birr to Athlone?: The fastest route from Birr to Athlone covers 43 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.
Which direction is Athlone from Birr?: Athlone lies roughly to the north of Birr.
Which roads does the route from Birr to Athlone follow?: The drive from Birr to Athlone mainly follows N62.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Birr and Athlone?: Along the route from Birr to Athlone you can fill up at Top, Londis, Kilmartin's Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Birr and Athlone?: Along the route from Birr to Athlone you can stop for the night or service your van at Woodland Villas.
Where can I stop to rest between Birr and Athlone?: On the route from Birr to Athlone you can take a break at IMC Toilets.
Are there charging stations between Birr and Athlone?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Birr to Athlone, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); Westpoint Business Centre, Monksland (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 36.

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