How far is it from Effin to Killarney?

The distance between Effin and Killarney is 86 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Effin to Killarney?

The drive from Effin to Killarney takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Effin to Killarney?

The fastest route from Effin to Killarney covers 86 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.

Which direction is Killarney from Effin?

Killarney lies roughly to the south-west of Effin.

Which roads does the route from Effin to Killarney follow?

The drive from Effin to Killarney mainly follows N72.

Which towns do you pass between Effin and Killarney?

Towns on the route from Effin to Killarney include Ballyhea, Banteer, Boherbue, Ballyvourney (Baile Bhuirne), Scartaglen.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Effin and Killarney?

Along the route from Effin to Killarney you can fill up at Circle K, Amber - O'Riordans, Nagle (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Effin and Killarney?

Along the route from Effin to Killarney you can stop for the night or service your van at Donoghue's White Villa Farm Caravan Park.

Are there charging stations between Effin and Killarney?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Effin to Killarney, including Cork Rd, Killarney (200 kW); Limerick Rd, Charleville (200 kW); Muckross Rd, Killarney (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 35.

Effin Killarney

Distance: 86 kmDrive time: 1 h 25 min

Driving from Effin to Killarney takes about 1 h 25 min via N72. The distance is 86 km. The straight-line distance is 70 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Mallow, Dromahane, Mountcollins, Brosna (Kerry), Currow. Driving directions

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Driving directions21 · 86 km

1 Depart 465 m
2 At end of road, turn right 4 km
3 Turn left onto Chapel Street 2 km
4 At end of road, turn left onto Main Street 53 m
5 Turn right onto Smiths Lane 6 km
6 Turn left 2 km
7 Turn slightly right 12 km
8 Turn left 12 km
9 At end of road, turn left onto O'Brien Street 113 m
10 Turn right 72 m
11 Turn left 5 km
12 Enter roundabout left 95 m
13 Exit roundabout left 43 km

14 Enter roundabout left 56 m
15 Exit roundabout slightly left 3 km
16 Enter rotary left onto Park Road- 17 m
17 Exit rotary straight onto Park Road- 648 m
18 Enter roundabout left onto Park Road 21 m
19 Exit roundabout left onto Park Road 531 m
20 Continue straight onto Fairhill 258 m
21 Arrive right

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The return trip from Killarney to Effin covers roughly the same distance, 86 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

35 chargers

Cork Rd, KillarneyCork Rd, Killarney, Co. Kerry200 kW
Limerick Rd, CharlevilleLimerick Rd, Charleville, Co. Cork200 kW
Muckross Rd, KillarneyMuckross Rd, Killarney, Co. Kerry150 kW
N20, CharlevilleN20, Charleville, Co. Cork150 kW
Limerick Road, CharlevilleLimerick Road, Charleville, P56 CV6350 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

Killarney → Clonakilty90 km · 1 h 30 min Killarney → Mallow65 km · 1 h Killarney → Bantry78 km · 1 h 15 min Killarney → Skibbereen98 km · 1 h 40 min Killarney → Bandon76 km · 1 h 10 min Killarney → Lismore37 km · 35 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 September 2026.

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How far is it from Effin to Killarney?: The distance between Effin and Killarney is 86 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Effin to Killarney?: The drive from Effin to Killarney takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Effin to Killarney?: The fastest route from Effin to Killarney covers 86 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.
Which direction is Killarney from Effin?: Killarney lies roughly to the south-west of Effin.
Which roads does the route from Effin to Killarney follow?: The drive from Effin to Killarney mainly follows N72.
Which towns do you pass between Effin and Killarney?: Towns on the route from Effin to Killarney include Ballyhea, Banteer, Boherbue, Ballyvourney (Baile Bhuirne), Scartaglen.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Effin and Killarney?: Along the route from Effin to Killarney you can fill up at Circle K, Amber - O'Riordans, Nagle (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Effin and Killarney?: Along the route from Effin to Killarney you can stop for the night or service your van at Donoghue's White Villa Farm Caravan Park.
Are there charging stations between Effin and Killarney?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Effin to Killarney, including Cork Rd, Killarney (200 kW); Limerick Rd, Charleville (200 kW); Muckross Rd, Killarney (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 35.

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