How far is it from Drogheda to Newry?

The distance between Drogheda and Newry is 60 km by road.

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

The drive from Drogheda to Newry takes approximately 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Drogheda to Newry?

The fastest route from Drogheda to Newry covers 60 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.

Which direction is Newry from Drogheda?

Newry lies roughly to the north of Drogheda.

Which roads does the route from Drogheda to Newry follow?

The drive from Drogheda to Newry mainly follows M1.

Which towns do you pass between Drogheda and Newry?

Towns on the route from Drogheda to Newry include Duleek, Ardee, Dundalk, Warrenpoint, Camlough.

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

Along the route from Drogheda to Newry you can fill up at Beechgrove Service Station (24/7), Applegreen (24/7), Esso. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Drogheda and Newry?

Along the route from Drogheda to Newry you can stop for the night or service your van at Slieve Gullion Getaways.

Where can I stop to rest between Drogheda and Newry?

On the route from Drogheda to Newry you can take a break at Applegreen Castlebellingham Southbound, Junction 20 Services.

Are there charging stations between Drogheda and Newry?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Drogheda to Newry, including Exit 7, M1 Northbound, Julianstown (350 kW); Commins, Dromiskin (180 kW); Dublin Rd, Drogheda (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 58.

Drogheda Newry

Distance: 60 kmDrive time: 45 min

Driving from Drogheda to Newry takes about 45 min via M1. The distance is 60 km. The straight-line distance is 52 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Drogheda, Dromiskin, Dundalk, Jonesborough, Cloghoge. Driving directions

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Driving directions24 · 60 km

1 Depart onto Narrow West Street 19 m
2 Continue straight onto Trinity Street 361 m
3 Continue straight onto Loughboy 3 km
4 Enter roundabout straight 38 m
5 Exit roundabout slightly left 25 m
6 Continue straight 134 m
7 Enter rotary left onto Northern Cross 25 m
8 Exit rotary slightly left onto Northern Cross 567 m
9 Enter rotary slightly left 302 m
10 Exit rotary slightly left 402 m
11 Merge slightly right onto Drogheda Bypass 6 km
12 Continue straight onto Dunleer Bypass 7 km
13 Continue straight onto Dunleer Dundalk Motorway 16 km

14 Continue straight onto Dundalk Western Bypass 12 km
15 Continue straight onto Newry Dundalk Link Road 10 km
16 Continue straight onto Dublin Road 5 km
17 Take exit slightly left 505 m
18 Enter rotary slightly left 93 m
19 Exit rotary left 3 km
20 Turn slightly left 43 m
21 Turn slightly left onto Buttercrane Quay 273 m
22 Continue straight onto Merchants Quay 364 m
23 Turn left onto Monaghan Street 130 m
24 Arrive onto Monaghan Street

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The return trip from Newry to Drogheda covers roughly the same distance, 60 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

58 chargers

Exit 7, M1 Northbound, JulianstownExit 7, M1 Northbound, Julianstown350 kW
Commins, DromiskinCommins, Dromiskin, County Louth180 kW
Dublin Rd, DroghedaDublin Rd, Drogheda, Co. Meath180 kW
Dundalk Retail Park, DundalkDundalk Retail Park, Dundalk, Co. Louth180 kW
M1 (Northbound), CastlebellinghamM1 (Northbound), Castlebellingham, County Louth180 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

Newry → Cavan87 km · 1 h 35 min Newry → Dundalk24 km · 20 min Newry → Omagh87 km · 1 h 15 min Newry → Trim95 km · 1 h 15 min Newry → Downpatrick49 km · 50 min Newry → Castleblayney36 km · 40 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 September 2026.

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How far is it from Drogheda to Newry?: The distance between Drogheda and Newry is 60 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Drogheda to Newry?: The drive from Drogheda to Newry takes approximately 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Drogheda to Newry?: The fastest route from Drogheda to Newry covers 60 km with a driving time of approximately 45 min.
Which direction is Newry from Drogheda?: Newry lies roughly to the north of Drogheda.
Which roads does the route from Drogheda to Newry follow?: The drive from Drogheda to Newry mainly follows M1.
Which towns do you pass between Drogheda and Newry?: Towns on the route from Drogheda to Newry include Duleek, Ardee, Dundalk, Warrenpoint, Camlough.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Drogheda and Newry?: Along the route from Drogheda to Newry you can fill up at Beechgrove Service Station (24/7), Applegreen (24/7), Esso. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Drogheda and Newry?: Along the route from Drogheda to Newry you can stop for the night or service your van at Slieve Gullion Getaways.
Where can I stop to rest between Drogheda and Newry?: On the route from Drogheda to Newry you can take a break at Applegreen Castlebellingham Southbound, Junction 20 Services.
Are there charging stations between Drogheda and Newry?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Drogheda to Newry, including Exit 7, M1 Northbound, Julianstown (350 kW); Commins, Dromiskin (180 kW); Dublin Rd, Drogheda (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 58.

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