How far is it from Downpatrick to Dundalk?

The distance between Downpatrick and Dundalk is 69 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Downpatrick to Dundalk?

The drive from Downpatrick to Dundalk takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Downpatrick to Dundalk?

The fastest route from Downpatrick to Dundalk covers 69 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is Dundalk from Downpatrick?

Dundalk lies roughly to the south-west of Downpatrick.

Which towns do you pass between Downpatrick and Dundalk?

Towns on the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk include Ballykinler, Newcastle, Rostrevor, Newry, Jonesborough.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Downpatrick and Dundalk?

Along the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk you can fill up at Texaco, Killen's, Pointside Garage. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Downpatrick and Dundalk?

Along the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk you can stop for the night or service your van at Castlewellan Touring-in-the-Trees, The Rock Caravan Site, Slieve Gullion Getaways.

Where can I stop to rest between Downpatrick and Dundalk?

On the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk you can take a break at Junction 20 Services.

Are there charging stations between Downpatrick and Dundalk?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk, including Commins, Dromiskin (180 kW); Dundalk Retail Park, Dundalk (180 kW); M1 (Northbound), Castlebellingham (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 31.

Downpatrick Dundalk

Distance: 69 kmDrive time: 1 h 5 min

Driving from Downpatrick to Dundalk takes about 1 h 5 min via A25. The distance is 69 km. The straight-line distance is 58 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Cranley, Newry Mourne and Down, Glasdrumman, Milltown, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon 2, Tullymurry, Ballymascanlan. Driving directions

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Driving directions45 · 69 km

1 Depart onto Market Street 424 m
2 Continue straight onto Ballydugan Road 7 km
3 Continue straight onto Downpatrick Road 3 km
4 At roundabout, take exit left onto Main Street 343 m
5 Turn right onto Castlewellan Road 5 km
6 Continue straight onto Ardnabannon Road 4 km
7 Continue straight onto Main Street 580 m
8 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Dublin Road 8 km
9 Turn left onto Hilltown Road 5 km
10 Continue straight onto Castlewellan Road 4 km
11 Continue straight onto Main Street 548 m
12 Continue straight onto Newry Road 4 km
13 Continue straight onto Hilltown Road 3 km

14 Continue straight onto Newry Road 343 m
15 Continue straight onto Hilltown Road 4 km
16 Turn left onto Derryleckagh Road 89 m
17 Turn right onto Ballyholland Road 4 km
18 Continue straight onto Courtney Hill 504 m
19 Turn left onto Boat Street 53 m
20 Turn right onto Cronin Park 92 m
21 Turn right onto Kilmorey Street 54 m
22 Take exit left 37 m
23 Turn left onto William Street 142 m
24 Continue straight onto Bridge Street 347 m
25 Continue straight onto Dublin Road 2 km
26 Enter rotary slightly left 19 m
27 Exit rotary straight 466 m
28 Merge slightly right onto Dublin Road 5 km
29 Continue straight onto Newry Dundalk Link Road 9 km
30 Take exit slightly left 298 m
31 Enter rotary left onto Old Newry Road 123 m
32 Exit rotary straight onto Old Newry Road 391 m
33 Enter rotary left onto Inner Relief Road 82 m
34 Exit rotary slightly left onto Inner Relief Road 609 m
35 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Inner Relief Road 97 m
36 Exit roundabout left onto Inner Relief Road 2 km
37 Continue straight onto Táin Bridge 384 m
38 Turn right onto Saint Helena's Terrace 176 m
39 Turn left onto Castle Road 419 m
40 At end of road, turn right onto Seatown Place 75 m
41 Continue straight onto Jocelyn Street 179 m
42 Continue straight onto Roden Place 121 m
43 Turn left onto Frances Street 194 m
44 Continue straight onto Park Street 242 m
45 Arrive onto Park Street

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The return trip from Dundalk to Downpatrick covers roughly the same distance, 69 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

31 chargers

Longest stretch on this route with no charging point: 57 km

Commins, DromiskinCommins, Dromiskin, County Louth180 kW
Dundalk Retail Park, DundalkDundalk Retail Park, Dundalk, Co. Louth180 kW
M1 (Northbound), CastlebellinghamM1 (Northbound), Castlebellingham, County Louth180 kW
R132R132, Co.Louth180 kW
Applegreen MSA M1, WhiterathApplegreen MSA M1, Whiterath150 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Top attractions along the route

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Dundalk → Trim71 km · 1 h Dundalk → Navan56 km · 50 min Dundalk → Belfast83 km · 1 h 5 min Dundalk → Armagh52 km · 45 min Dundalk → Carrickmacross23 km · 25 min Dundalk → Castleblayney28 km · 30 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 Downpatrick to Dundalk?: The distance between Downpatrick and Dundalk is 69 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Downpatrick to Dundalk?: The drive from Downpatrick to Dundalk takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Downpatrick to Dundalk?: The fastest route from Downpatrick to Dundalk covers 69 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is Dundalk from Downpatrick?: Dundalk lies roughly to the south-west of Downpatrick.
Which towns do you pass between Downpatrick and Dundalk?: Towns on the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk include Ballykinler, Newcastle, Rostrevor, Newry, Jonesborough.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Downpatrick and Dundalk?: Along the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk you can fill up at Texaco, Killen's, Pointside Garage. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Downpatrick and Dundalk?: Along the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk you can stop for the night or service your van at Castlewellan Touring-in-the-Trees, The Rock Caravan Site, Slieve Gullion Getaways.
Where can I stop to rest between Downpatrick and Dundalk?: On the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk you can take a break at Junction 20 Services.
Are there charging stations between Downpatrick and Dundalk?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Downpatrick to Dundalk, including Commins, Dromiskin (180 kW); Dundalk Retail Park, Dundalk (180 kW); M1 (Northbound), Castlebellingham (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 31.

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