How far is it from Cavan to Drogheda?

The distance between Cavan and Drogheda is 93 km by road.

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

The drive from Cavan to Drogheda takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Cavan to Drogheda?

The fastest route from Cavan to Drogheda covers 93 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.

Which direction is Drogheda from Cavan?

Drogheda lies roughly to the south-east of Cavan.

Which roads does the route from Cavan to Drogheda follow?

The drive from Cavan to Drogheda mainly follows N3, N51.

Which towns do you pass between Cavan and Drogheda?

Towns on the route from Cavan to Drogheda include Ballyhaise, Bailieborough, Trim, Navan, Cushinstown.

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

Along the route from Cavan to Drogheda you can fill up at Top, Gibney Oil (24/7), Beechgrove Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Cavan and Drogheda?

Along the route from Cavan to Drogheda you can stop for the night or service your van at Lough Ramor Caravan and Camping Park.

Are there charging stations between Cavan and Drogheda?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Cavan to Drogheda, including Exit 7, M1 Northbound, Julianstown (350 kW); Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW); 372 Longwood Rd, Trim (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 82.

Cavan Drogheda

Distance: 93 kmDrive time: 1 h 25 min

Driving from Cavan to Drogheda takes about 1 h 25 min via N3. The distance is 93 km. The straight-line distance is 73 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Cavan, Termon, An Uaimh, Navan, Dromiskin. Driving directions

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Driving directions36 · 93 km

1 Depart onto College Street 263 m
2 Continue straight onto Dublin Road 2 km
3 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Dublin Road 885 m
4 Enter rotary slightly left onto Dublin Road 65 m
5 Exit rotary left onto Dublin Road 2 km
6 Enter roundabout left onto Dublin Road 30 m
7 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Dublin Road 8 km
8 Continue straight onto Cavan Road 19 km
9 Enter roundabout left onto Main Street 19 m
10 Exit roundabout left onto Main Street 450 m
11 Continue slightly right onto Dublin Road 9 km
12 Continue straight onto Clonee to North of Kells Road 941 m
13 Enter roundabout left onto Clonee to North of Kells Dual Carriageway 70 m

14 Exit roundabout straight onto Clonee to North of Kells Dual Carriageway 6 km
15 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Clonee to North of Kells Dual Carriageway 79 m
16 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Clonee to North of Kells Dual Carriageway 4 km
17 Enter roundabout straight 40 m
18 Exit roundabout straight 123 m
19 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Clonee to North of Kells Motorway 119 m
20 Exit roundabout straight onto Clonee to North of Kells Motorway 14 km
21 Take exit slightly left 526 m
22 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Athboy Road 17 m
23 Exit roundabout straight onto Athboy Road 3 km
24 Enter rotary straight onto Bóthar an Mhota 38 m
25 Exit rotary slightly left onto Bóthar an Mhota 624 m
26 Turn right onto Inner Relief Road 640 m
27 Turn left onto Bóthar Beaufort 809 m
28 Enter roundabout left onto Donaghmore Road 19 m
29 Exit roundabout left onto Donaghmore Road 22 km
30 Enter rotary slightly left onto Northern Cross 258 m
31 Exit rotary straight onto Northern Cross 570 m
32 Enter rotary slightly left 73 m
33 Exit rotary slightly left 163 m
34 Enter roundabout slightly left 25 m
35 Exit roundabout slightly left 3 km
36 Arrive onto Narrow West Street

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The return trip from Drogheda to Cavan covers roughly the same distance, 93 km.

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Charging points along the way

82 chargers

Exit 7, M1 Northbound, JulianstownExit 7, M1 Northbound, Julianstown350 kW
Dublin Rd, CavanDublin Rd, Cavan, Co. Cavan200 kW
372 Longwood Rd, Trim372 Longwood Rd, Trim, Co. Meath180 kW
Dublin Rd, DroghedaDublin Rd, Drogheda, Co. Meath180 kW
SarsfieldstownSarsfieldstown, Co. Meath160 kW

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Popular destinations close by

Drogheda → Monaghan84 km · 1 h 10 min Drogheda → Kells38 km · 40 min Drogheda → Newry60 km · 45 min Drogheda → Navan27 km · 30 min Drogheda → Ardee27 km · 25 min Drogheda → Carrickmacross45 km · 40 min

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How far is it from Cavan to Drogheda?: The distance between Cavan and Drogheda is 93 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cavan to Drogheda?: The drive from Cavan to Drogheda takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Cavan to Drogheda?: The fastest route from Cavan to Drogheda covers 93 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.
Which direction is Drogheda from Cavan?: Drogheda lies roughly to the south-east of Cavan.
Which roads does the route from Cavan to Drogheda follow?: The drive from Cavan to Drogheda mainly follows N3, N51.
Which towns do you pass between Cavan and Drogheda?: Towns on the route from Cavan to Drogheda include Ballyhaise, Bailieborough, Trim, Navan, Cushinstown.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Cavan and Drogheda?: Along the route from Cavan to Drogheda you can fill up at Top, Gibney Oil (24/7), Beechgrove Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Cavan and Drogheda?: Along the route from Cavan to Drogheda you can stop for the night or service your van at Lough Ramor Caravan and Camping Park.
Are there charging stations between Cavan and Drogheda?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Cavan to Drogheda, including Exit 7, M1 Northbound, Julianstown (350 kW); Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW); 372 Longwood Rd, Trim (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 82.

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