How far is it from Limerick to Galway?

The distance between Limerick and Galway is 99 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Limerick to Galway?

The drive from Limerick to Galway takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Limerick to Galway?

The fastest route from Limerick to Galway covers 99 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.

Which direction is Galway from Limerick?

Galway lies roughly to the north of Limerick.

Which roads does the route from Limerick to Galway follow?

The drive from Limerick to Galway mainly follows M18.

Which towns do you pass between Limerick and Galway?

Towns on the route from Limerick to Galway include Broadford (Clare), Ennis, Ardrahan, Craughwell, Ballindooley.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Limerick and Galway?

Along the route from Limerick to Galway you can fill up at Certa (24/7), Applegreen, Circle K (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Limerick and Galway?

On the route from Limerick to Galway you can take a break at Clondrinagh Service Station.

Are there charging stations between Limerick and Galway?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Limerick to Galway, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); Ennis Road Retail Park, Limerick (360 kW); R471 (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 204.

Limerick Galway

Distance: 99 kmDrive time: 1 h 20 min

Driving from Limerick to Galway takes about 1 h 20 min via M18. The distance is 99 km. The straight-line distance is 74 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Meelick (Clare), Newmarket-on-Fergus, Kilmacduagh, Ballinderreen, Renmore. Driving directions

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Driving directions37 · 99 km

1 Depart 64 m
2 Enter rotary straight 31 m
3 Exit rotary slightly left 484 m
4 Turn right onto Shelbourne Road Lower 77 m
5 Enter roundabout left onto Shelbourne Road Lower 14 m
6 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Shelbourne Road Lower 321 m
7 Turn left onto Ennis Road 3 km
8 Enter roundabout left onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 83 m
9 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 504 m
10 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 35 m
11 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 2 km
12 Enter rotary slightly left onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 42 m
13 Exit rotary straight onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 2 km

14 Enter rotary left onto Ennis Road 74 m
15 Exit rotary slightly left onto Ennis Road 7 km
16 Continue straight onto Bunratty Bypass 7 km
17 Continue straight 56 km
18 Take exit slightly left 629 m
19 Enter roundabout slightly left 64 m
20 Exit roundabout slightly left 4 km
21 Continue straight 8 km
22 Enter roundabout straight 30 m
23 Exit roundabout straight 2 km
24 Enter rotary slightly left 43 m
25 Exit rotary straight 824 m
26 Enter rotary straight onto Eastern Approach Road 39 m
27 Exit rotary straight onto Eastern Approach Road 4 km
28 Enter rotary slightly left onto Bóthar Na dTreabh 73 m
29 Exit rotary straight onto Bóthar Na dTreabh 3 km
30 Turn left onto Ballybane Road 90 m
31 Turn right onto Monivea Road 900 m
32 Continue straight onto Wellpark Road 820 m
33 Continue straight onto College Road 192 m
34 Keep slightly left onto Lough Atalia Road 986 m
35 Turn right onto Fairgreen Road 248 m
36 Turn left onto Forster Street 244 m
37 Arrive onto Eyre Square

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The return trip from Galway to Limerick covers roughly the same distance, 99 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

204 chargers

Bunratty West, BunrattyBunratty West, Bunratty, Co. Clare360 kW
Ennis Road Retail Park, LimerickEnnis Road Retail Park, Limerick, Co. Limerick360 kW
R471R471, Co. Clare360 kW
Sandy Rd, GalwaySandy Rd, Galway, Co. Galway300 kW
Raheen Woods Hotel, AthenryRaheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, Co. Galway250 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Top attractions along the route

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Galway → Westport80 km · 1 h 20 min Galway → Ennis66 km · 1 h Galway → Castlebar78 km · 1 h 15 min Galway → Ballinasloe61 km · 50 min Galway → Athlone88 km · 1 h 5 min Galway → Tuam34 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 Limerick to Galway?: The distance between Limerick and Galway is 99 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Limerick to Galway?: The drive from Limerick to Galway takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Limerick to Galway?: The fastest route from Limerick to Galway covers 99 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.
Which direction is Galway from Limerick?: Galway lies roughly to the north of Limerick.
Which roads does the route from Limerick to Galway follow?: The drive from Limerick to Galway mainly follows M18.
Which towns do you pass between Limerick and Galway?: Towns on the route from Limerick to Galway include Broadford (Clare), Ennis, Ardrahan, Craughwell, Ballindooley.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Limerick and Galway?: Along the route from Limerick to Galway you can fill up at Certa (24/7), Applegreen, Circle K (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Limerick and Galway?: On the route from Limerick to Galway you can take a break at Clondrinagh Service Station.
Are there charging stations between Limerick and Galway?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Limerick to Galway, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); Ennis Road Retail Park, Limerick (360 kW); R471 (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 204.

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