How far is it from Downpatrick to Lusk?

The distance between Downpatrick and Lusk is 134 km by road.

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

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

What is the best route from Downpatrick to Lusk?

The fastest route from Downpatrick to Lusk covers 134 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.

Which direction is Lusk from Downpatrick?

Lusk lies roughly to the south of Downpatrick.

Which roads does the route from Downpatrick to Lusk follow?

The drive from Downpatrick to Lusk mainly follows M1.

Which towns do you pass between Downpatrick and Lusk?

Towns on the route from Downpatrick to Lusk include Newcastle, Annaclone, Newry, Dundalk, Drogheda.

Are there charging stations between Downpatrick and Lusk?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Downpatrick to Lusk, including Clonshaugh Rd, Clonshaugh (400 kW); N2, Ashbourne (400 kW); Airside, Swords (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 165.

Downpatrick Lusk

Distance: 134 kmDrive time: 1 h 45 min

Driving from Downpatrick to Lusk takes about 1 h 45 min via M1. The distance is 134 km. The straight-line distance is 94 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Ballykinler, Annaclone, Tullymurry, Dromiskin, Lusk. Driving directions

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Driving directions46 · 134 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 16 km
32 Continue straight onto Dunleer Bypass 7 km
33 Continue straight onto Drogheda Bypass 20 km
34 Continue straight onto Balbriggan Bypass 9 km
35 Take exit slightly left 772 m
36 At roundabout, take exit left onto Bhailsigh Road 179 m
37 Enter roundabout left 100 m
38 Exit roundabout left 5 km
39 Turn left onto Minister's Road 2 km
40 Continue straight onto Church Road 233 m
41 Continue slightly right onto Barrack Lane 187 m
42 At end of road, turn left onto Dublin Road 265 m
43 At end of road, turn left onto Main Street 36 m
44 Turn left onto Church Road 7 m
45 Continue left onto Church Road 23 m
46 Arrive left onto Church Road

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The return trip from Lusk to Downpatrick covers roughly the same distance, 134 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

165 chargers

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

Clonshaugh Rd, ClonshaughClonshaugh Rd, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17400 kW
N2, AshbourneN2, Ashbourne, Co. Meath400 kW
Airside, SwordsAirside, Swords, Co. Dublin360 kW
Exit 7, M1 Northbound, JulianstownExit 7, M1 Northbound, Julianstown350 kW
Ballymun Rd, BallymunBallymun Rd, Ballymun, Dublin 9300 kW

EV Charging Stations

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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

Lusk → Rush6 km · 10 min Lusk → Portrane11 km · 15 min Lusk → Donabate8 km · 15 min Lusk → Swords9 km · 15 min Lusk → Kilshanchoe65 km · 55 min Lusk → Balscadden13 km · 15 min

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How far is it from Downpatrick to Lusk?: The distance between Downpatrick and Lusk is 134 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Downpatrick to Lusk?: The drive from Downpatrick to Lusk takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Downpatrick to Lusk?: The fastest route from Downpatrick to Lusk covers 134 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.
Which direction is Lusk from Downpatrick?: Lusk lies roughly to the south of Downpatrick.
Which roads does the route from Downpatrick to Lusk follow?: The drive from Downpatrick to Lusk mainly follows M1.
Which towns do you pass between Downpatrick and Lusk?: Towns on the route from Downpatrick to Lusk include Newcastle, Annaclone, Newry, Dundalk, Drogheda.
Are there charging stations between Downpatrick and Lusk?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Downpatrick to Lusk, including Clonshaugh Rd, Clonshaugh (400 kW); N2, Ashbourne (400 kW); Airside, Swords (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 165.

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