How far is it from Downpatrick to Kells?

The distance between Downpatrick and Kells is 125 km by road.

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

The drive from Downpatrick to Kells takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Downpatrick to Kells?

The fastest route from Downpatrick to Kells covers 125 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.

Which direction is Kells from Downpatrick?

Kells lies roughly to the south-west of Downpatrick.

Which roads does the route from Downpatrick to Kells follow?

The drive from Downpatrick to Kells mainly follows N52.

Which towns do you pass between Downpatrick and Kells?

Towns on the route from Downpatrick to Kells include Dromara, Warrenpoint, Newry, Cookstown, Cabra.

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

Along the route from Downpatrick to Kells you can fill up at Texaco, Applegreen (24/7), Gibney Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Downpatrick and Kells?

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

Where can I stop to rest between Downpatrick and Kells?

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

Are there charging stations between Downpatrick and Kells?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Downpatrick to Kells, including Commins, Dromiskin (180 kW); Dundalk Retail Park, Dundalk (180 kW); M1 (Northbound), Castlebellingham (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 55.

Downpatrick Kells

Distance: 125 kmDrive time: 1 h 45 min

Driving from Downpatrick to Kells takes about 1 h 45 min via N52. The distance is 125 km. The straight-line distance is 102 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Ballykinler, Tullymurry, Dromiskin, Wilkinstown, Kells. Driving directions

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Driving directions52 · 125 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 Continue straight onto Dundalk Western Bypass 12 km
31 Continue straight onto Dunleer Dundalk Motorway 12 km
32 Take exit slightly left 661 m
33 Enter rotary slightly left onto Ardee Link Road 269 m
34 Exit rotary slightly left onto Ardee Link Road 7 km
35 Enter roundabout left 24 m
36 Exit roundabout left 94 m
37 Continue straight 189 m
38 Continue straight onto Sean O'Carroll Street 584 m
39 Continue straight 211 m
40 At end of road, turn right onto Jervis Street 191 m
41 Continue straight onto Kells Road 15 km
42 Continue straight onto Ardee Road 2 km
43 At end of road, turn right onto Ardee Road 49 m
44 Continue left onto Ardee Road 9 km
45 Continue slightly left onto Main Street 348 m
46 Continue straight onto Ardee Road 3 km
47 Enter roundabout straight onto Maudlin Road 42 m
48 Exit roundabout left onto Maudlin Road 2 km
49 Continue straight onto Maudlin Street 189 m
50 Turn left onto Castle Street 73 m
51 Turn left onto John Street 42 m
52 Arrive onto John Street

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The return trip from Kells to Downpatrick covers roughly the same distance, 125 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

55 chargers

Longest stretch on this route with no charging point: 56 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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Popular destinations close by

Kells → Trim26 km · 30 min Kells → Mullingar43 km · 45 min Kells → Monaghan70 km · 1 h 15 min Kells → Cavan51 km · 45 min Kells → Naas89 km · 1 h 10 min Kells → Leixlip59 km · 50 min

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How far is it from Downpatrick to Kells?: The distance between Downpatrick and Kells is 125 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Downpatrick to Kells?: The drive from Downpatrick to Kells takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Downpatrick to Kells?: The fastest route from Downpatrick to Kells covers 125 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.
Which direction is Kells from Downpatrick?: Kells lies roughly to the south-west of Downpatrick.
Which roads does the route from Downpatrick to Kells follow?: The drive from Downpatrick to Kells mainly follows N52.
Which towns do you pass between Downpatrick and Kells?: Towns on the route from Downpatrick to Kells include Dromara, Warrenpoint, Newry, Cookstown, Cabra.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Downpatrick and Kells?: Along the route from Downpatrick to Kells you can fill up at Texaco, Applegreen (24/7), Gibney Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Downpatrick and Kells?: Along the route from Downpatrick to Kells you can stop for the night or service your van at Castlewellan Touring-in-the-Trees, Slieve Gullion Getaways.
Where can I stop to rest between Downpatrick and Kells?: On the route from Downpatrick to Kells you can take a break at Junction 20 Services.
Are there charging stations between Downpatrick and Kells?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Downpatrick to Kells, including Commins, Dromiskin (180 kW); Dundalk Retail Park, Dundalk (180 kW); M1 (Northbound), Castlebellingham (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 55.

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