How far is it from Dunshaughlin to Kells?

The distance between Dunshaughlin and Kells is 40 km by road.

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

The drive from Dunshaughlin to Kells takes approximately 30 min by car.

What is the best route from Dunshaughlin to Kells?

The fastest route from Dunshaughlin to Kells covers 40 km with a driving time of approximately 30 min.

Which direction is Kells from Dunshaughlin?

Kells lies roughly to the north-west of Dunshaughlin.

Which roads does the route from Dunshaughlin to Kells follow?

The drive from Dunshaughlin to Kells mainly follows M3.

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

Along the route from Dunshaughlin to Kells you can fill up at Circle K (24/7), Ross Filling Station, Gibney Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Dunshaughlin and Kells?

On the route from Dunshaughlin to Kells you can take a break at Applegreen Services M3 (Junction 6).

Are there charging stations between Dunshaughlin and Kells?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Dunshaughlin to Kells, including N2, Ashbourne (400 kW); Junction 6, Dunshaughlin (350 kW); Ashbourne Retail Park, Ashbourne (240 kW). Charging points on this route: 68.

Dunshaughlin Kells

Distance: 40 kmDrive time: 30 min

Driving from Dunshaughlin to Kells takes about 30 min via M3. The distance is 40 km. The straight-line distance is 33 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions19 · 40 km

1 Depart onto Main Street 179 m
2 Turn slightly left 92 m
3 Turn left onto Drumree Road 900 m
4 Enter roundabout straight 11 m
5 Exit roundabout straight 749 m
6 Enter roundabout slightly left 98 m
7 Exit roundabout slightly left 207 m
8 Enter roundabout slightly left 71 m
9 Exit roundabout slightly left 106 m
10 Enter roundabout left 103 m
11 Exit roundabout straight 738 m
12 Merge slightly right onto Clonee to North of Kells Motorway 33 km
13 Take exit slightly left 839 m

14 Enter roundabout left 45 m
15 Exit roundabout straight 2 km
16 Enter rotary straight onto Navan Road 20 m
17 Exit rotary straight onto Navan Road 2 km
18 Continue straight onto Headfort Place 240 m
19 Arrive onto John Street

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The return trip from Kells to Dunshaughlin covers roughly the same distance, 40 km.

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Charging points along the way

68 chargers

N2, AshbourneN2, Ashbourne, Co. Meath400 kW
Junction 6, DunshaughlinJunction 6, Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath350 kW
Ashbourne Retail Park, AshbourneAshbourne Retail Park, Ashbourne, Co. Meath240 kW
372 Longwood Rd, Trim372 Longwood Rd, Trim, Co. Meath180 kW
Killegland St, AshbourneKillegland St, Ashbourne, Co. Meath180 kW

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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 Dunshaughlin to Kells?: The distance between Dunshaughlin and Kells is 40 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Dunshaughlin to Kells?: The drive from Dunshaughlin to Kells takes approximately 30 min by car.
What is the best route from Dunshaughlin to Kells?: The fastest route from Dunshaughlin to Kells covers 40 km with a driving time of approximately 30 min.
Which direction is Kells from Dunshaughlin?: Kells lies roughly to the north-west of Dunshaughlin.
Which roads does the route from Dunshaughlin to Kells follow?: The drive from Dunshaughlin to Kells mainly follows M3.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Dunshaughlin and Kells?: Along the route from Dunshaughlin to Kells you can fill up at Circle K (24/7), Ross Filling Station, Gibney Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Dunshaughlin and Kells?: On the route from Dunshaughlin to Kells you can take a break at Applegreen Services M3 (Junction 6).
Are there charging stations between Dunshaughlin and Kells?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Dunshaughlin to Kells, including N2, Ashbourne (400 kW); Junction 6, Dunshaughlin (350 kW); Ashbourne Retail Park, Ashbourne (240 kW). Charging points on this route: 68.

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