How far is it from Limerick to Loughrea?

The distance between Limerick and Loughrea is 87 km by road.

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

The drive from Limerick to Loughrea takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Limerick to Loughrea?

The fastest route from Limerick to Loughrea covers 87 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Loughrea from Limerick?

Loughrea lies roughly to the north of Limerick.

Which roads does the route from Limerick to Loughrea follow?

The drive from Limerick to Loughrea mainly follows M18.

Which towns do you pass between Limerick and Loughrea?

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

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

Along the route from Limerick to Loughrea you can fill up at Certa (24/7), Halpins Service Station, Top. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Are there charging stations between Limerick and Loughrea?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Limerick to Loughrea, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); Ennis Road Retail Park, Limerick (360 kW); R471 (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 129.

Limerick Loughrea

Distance: 87 kmDrive time: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Limerick to Loughrea takes about 1 h 15 min via M18. The distance is 87 km. The straight-line distance is 60 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Limerick, Newmarket-on-Fergus, Ballinderreen, Ardrahan, Loughrea. Driving directions

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Driving directions26 · 87 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 43 km
18 Take exit slightly left 557 m
19 Enter roundabout slightly left 23 m
20 Exit roundabout slightly left 148 m
21 Enter roundabout left 84 m
22 Exit roundabout left 2 km
23 Turn left onto Loughrea Road 24 km
24 At end of road, turn left 60 m
25 Turn right onto Dunkellin Street 305 m
26 Arrive onto Main Street

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The return trip from Loughrea to Limerick covers roughly the same distance, 87 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

129 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
Dooradoyle Road, LimerickDooradoyle Road, Limerick200 kW
Ennis Rd, LimerickEnnis Rd, Limerick, Co. Limerick200 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

Loughrea → Ennis54 km · 50 min Loughrea → Athlone64 km · 50 min Loughrea → Birr56 km · 55 min Loughrea → Thurles99 km · 1 h 35 min Loughrea → Nenagh63 km · 1 h Loughrea → Maghera77 km · 1 h 5 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 3 November 2026.

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How far is it from Limerick to Loughrea?: The distance between Limerick and Loughrea is 87 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Limerick to Loughrea?: The drive from Limerick to Loughrea takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Limerick to Loughrea?: The fastest route from Limerick to Loughrea covers 87 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Loughrea from Limerick?: Loughrea lies roughly to the north of Limerick.
Which roads does the route from Limerick to Loughrea follow?: The drive from Limerick to Loughrea mainly follows M18.
Which towns do you pass between Limerick and Loughrea?: Towns on the route from Limerick to Loughrea include Broadford (Clare), Ennis, Barefield, Ardrahan, Craughwell.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Limerick and Loughrea?: Along the route from Limerick to Loughrea you can fill up at Certa (24/7), Halpins Service Station, Top. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Are there charging stations between Limerick and Loughrea?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Limerick to Loughrea, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); Ennis Road Retail Park, Limerick (360 kW); R471 (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 129.

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