How far is it from Kells to Monaghan?

The distance between Kells and Monaghan is 70 km by road.

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

The drive from Kells to Monaghan takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Kells to Monaghan?

The fastest route from Kells to Monaghan covers 70 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Monaghan from Kells?

Monaghan lies roughly to the north of Kells.

Which roads does the route from Kells to Monaghan follow?

The drive from Kells to Monaghan mainly follows R162.

Which towns do you pass between Kells and Monaghan?

Towns on the route from Kells to Monaghan include Mullagh (Cavan), Bailieborough, Cabra, Ballybay.

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

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

Are there charging stations between Kells and Monaghan?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Kells to Monaghan, including Cavan Road, Kells (150 kW); Church Sq, Monaghan (150 kW); Emyvale Road, Coolshanagh (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 40.

Kells Monaghan

Distance: 70 kmDrive time: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Kells to Monaghan takes about 1 h 15 min via R162. The distance is 70 km. The straight-line distance is 59 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Ceannanus Mór, Bailieborough, Shercock, Castleshane (Monaghan). Driving directions

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Driving directions34 · 70 km

1 Depart onto John Street 42 m
2 Turn right onto Castle Street 73 m
3 Continue straight onto Carrick Street 338 m
4 Turn right onto Oliver Plunkett Road 503 m
5 Continue straight onto Moynalty Road 511 m
6 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Moynalty Road 58 m
7 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Moynalty Road 2 km
8 Continue straight onto Kells Road 5 km
9 Continue straight onto Main Street 260 m
10 Continue straight onto Kingscourt Road 220 m
11 Turn left onto Mullagh Road 3 km
12 Continue straight onto Moynalty Road 2 km
13 Continue slightly left onto Main Street 290 m

14 Turn right onto Bailieborough Road 4 km
15 Continue straight onto Kells Road 9 km
16 At end of road, turn right onto Barrack Street 186 m
17 At end of road, turn left onto Main Street 276 m
18 Turn right onto Adelaide Row 131 m
19 Continue straight onto Shercock Road 185 m
20 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Shercock Road 7 m
21 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Shercock Road 5 km
22 Continue straight onto Bailieborough Road 7 km
23 At end of road, turn left onto Main Street 72 m
24 Turn right onto Cootehill Road 4 km
25 Turn right onto Ballybay Road 5 km
26 Continue straight onto Shercock Road 9 km
27 At end of road, turn right onto Cootehill Road 838 m
28 Continue straight onto Main Street Lower 569 m
29 Turn left onto Saint Patrick Street 252 m
30 Continue straight onto Monaghan Road 9 km
31 Continue straight onto Ballybay Road 6 km
32 Turn right onto Glen Road 975 m
33 Continue straight onto Dawson Street 195 m
34 Arrive onto Dawson Street

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The return trip from Monaghan to Kells covers roughly the same distance, 70 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

40 chargers

Cavan Road, KellsCavan Road, Kells150 kW
Church Sq, MonaghanChurch Sq, Monaghan, Co. Monaghan150 kW
Emyvale Road, CoolshanaghEmyvale Road, Coolshanagh, County Monaghan, H18 YW81150 kW
Magheross, CarrickmacrossMagheross, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan150 kW
N51, NavanN51, Navan, Co. Meath140 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Top attractions along the route

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Popular destinations close by

Monaghan → Dundalk53 km · 50 min Monaghan → Navan90 km · 1 h 20 min Monaghan → Magherafelt71 km · 1 h 10 min Monaghan → Ardee58 km · 50 min Monaghan → Lisburn81 km · 1 h 10 min Monaghan → Banbridge58 km · 1 h

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 November 2026.

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How far is it from Kells to Monaghan?: The distance between Kells and Monaghan is 70 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Kells to Monaghan?: The drive from Kells to Monaghan takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Kells to Monaghan?: The fastest route from Kells to Monaghan covers 70 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Monaghan from Kells?: Monaghan lies roughly to the north of Kells.
Which roads does the route from Kells to Monaghan follow?: The drive from Kells to Monaghan mainly follows R162.
Which towns do you pass between Kells and Monaghan?: Towns on the route from Kells to Monaghan include Mullagh (Cavan), Bailieborough, Cabra, Ballybay.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Kells and Monaghan?: Along the route from Kells to Monaghan you can fill up at Gibney Oil (24/7), Certa (24/7), top. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Are there charging stations between Kells and Monaghan?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Kells to Monaghan, including Cavan Road, Kells (150 kW); Church Sq, Monaghan (150 kW); Emyvale Road, Coolshanagh (150 kW). Charging points on this route: 40.

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