How far is it from Cavan to Athlone?

The distance between Cavan and Athlone is 81 km by road.

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

The drive from Cavan to Athlone takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Cavan to Athlone?

The fastest route from Cavan to Athlone covers 81 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.

Which direction is Athlone from Cavan?

Athlone lies roughly to the south-west of Cavan.

Which roads does the route from Cavan to Athlone follow?

The drive from Cavan to Athlone mainly follows N55.

Which towns do you pass between Cavan and Athlone?

Towns on the route from Cavan to Athlone include Ballinagh, Granard, Ardagh (Longford), Maghera, Ballykeeran.

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

Along the route from Cavan to Athlone you can fill up at Top, Kearneys (24/7), Corrib Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Cavan and Athlone?

On the route from Cavan to Athlone you can take a break at Costa Coffee Toilets.

Are there charging stations between Cavan and Athlone?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Cavan to Athlone, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 73.

Cavan Athlone

Distance: 81 kmDrive time: 1 h 20 min

Driving from Cavan to Athlone takes about 1 h 20 min via N55. The distance is 81 km. The straight-line distance is 74 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Ballinagh, Multyfarnham, Drumlish, Moydow, Tubberclare. Driving directions

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Driving directions30 · 81 km

1 Depart onto College Street 263 m
2 Continue straight onto Dublin Road 532 m
3 Turn slightly right onto Ballinagh Road 3 km
4 Enter roundabout left onto Ballinagh Road 72 m
5 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Ballinagh Road 5 km
6 Continue straight onto Cavan Road 887 m
7 At end of road, turn left onto Dublin Road 24 m
8 Turn right onto Main Street 344 m
9 Continue straight onto Athlone Road 766 m
10 Enter roundabout left onto Athlone Road 58 m
11 Exit roundabout left onto Athlone Road 15 km
12 Continue straight onto Cavan Road 4 km
13 Continue straight onto Barrack Street 464 m

14 Continue straight onto Main Street 301 m
15 Turn left onto Dublin Street 251 m
16 Continue straight onto Parnell Row 12 km
17 Turn right onto Main Street 213 m
18 Continue straight onto Pound Street 160 m
19 Turn left onto Ballymahon Road 239 m
20 Enter rotary left 42 m
21 Exit rotary slightly left 19 km
22 At end of road, turn left 364 m
23 Turn right 17 km
24 Turn left 2 km
25 Enter rotary left onto Ballymahon Road 37 m
26 Exit rotary left onto Ballymahon Road 2 km
27 Enter roundabout left onto Ballymahon Road 63 m
28 Exit roundabout left onto Ballymahon Road 2 km
29 Turn right onto Mardyke Street 170 m
30 Arrive onto Dublin Gate Street

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The return trip from Athlone to Cavan covers roughly the same distance, 81 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

73 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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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 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Cavan to Athlone?: The distance between Cavan and Athlone is 81 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cavan to Athlone?: The drive from Cavan to Athlone takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Cavan to Athlone?: The fastest route from Cavan to Athlone covers 81 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.
Which direction is Athlone from Cavan?: Athlone lies roughly to the south-west of Cavan.
Which roads does the route from Cavan to Athlone follow?: The drive from Cavan to Athlone mainly follows N55.
Which towns do you pass between Cavan and Athlone?: Towns on the route from Cavan to Athlone include Ballinagh, Granard, Ardagh (Longford), Maghera, Ballykeeran.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Cavan and Athlone?: Along the route from Cavan to Athlone you can fill up at Top, Kearneys (24/7), Corrib Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Cavan and Athlone?: On the route from Cavan to Athlone you can take a break at Costa Coffee Toilets.
Are there charging stations between Cavan and Athlone?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Cavan to Athlone, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 73.

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