How far is it from Limerick to Thurles?

The distance between Limerick and Thurles is 77 km by road.

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

The drive from Limerick to Thurles takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Limerick to Thurles?

The fastest route from Limerick to Thurles covers 77 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.

Which direction is Thurles from Limerick?

Thurles lies roughly to the east of Limerick.

Which roads does the route from Limerick to Thurles follow?

The drive from Limerick to Thurles mainly follows M7, R498.

Which towns do you pass between Limerick and Thurles?

Towns on the route from Limerick to Thurles include Caherconlish, Nenagh, Toomevara, Borrisoleigh, Templemore.

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

Along the route from Limerick to Thurles you can fill up at Certa (24/7), Costellos, Shanahan's. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Limerick and Thurles?

Along the route from Limerick to Thurles you can stop for the night or service your van at Castleconnell Scout Campsite.

Where can I stop to rest between Limerick and Thurles?

On the route from Limerick to Thurles you can take a break at Birdhill M7 Service Station.

Are there charging stations between Limerick and Thurles?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Limerick to Thurles, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); Ennis Road Retail Park, Limerick (360 kW); Circle K, Barack Obama Plaza, Moneygall (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 96.

Limerick Thurles

Distance: 77 kmDrive time: 1 h 10 min

Driving from Limerick to Thurles takes about 1 h 10 min via M7. The distance is 77 km. The straight-line distance is 56 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Parteen, Castleconnell, Toomevara, Upperchurch, Bouladuff. Driving directions

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Driving directions26 · 77 km

1 Depart 22 m
2 Continue left onto Henry Street 494 m
3 Turn right onto Sarsfield Street 117 m
4 Continue straight onto William Street 311 m
5 Continue straight onto Upper William Street 293 m
6 Continue straight onto Mulgrave Street 513 m
7 Continue straight onto Blackboy Road 311 m
8 Continue straight onto Ballysimon Road 745 m
9 Enter rotary slightly left onto Ballysimon Road 51 m
10 Exit rotary slightly left onto Ballysimon Road 2 km
11 Enter rotary straight 53 m
12 Exit rotary slightly left 882 m
13 Take ramp slightly left 477 m

14 Merge slightly right onto Limerick Southern Ring Road 5 km
15 Continue straight onto Nenagh to Limerick Motorway 27 km
16 Continue straight onto Nenagh Bypass 7 km
17 Take exit slightly left 624 m
18 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Thurles Road 78 m
19 Exit roundabout left onto Thurles Road 447 m
20 Enter roundabout left onto Thurles Road 29 m
21 Exit roundabout straight onto Thurles Road 32 km
22 Enter rotary left 49 m
23 Exit rotary straight 997 m
24 Turn left onto Liberty Square 62 m
25 Turn right onto Slievenamon Road 35 m
26 Arrive onto Slievenamon Road

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The return trip from Thurles to Limerick covers roughly the same distance, 77 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

96 chargers

Bunratty West, BunrattyBunratty West, Bunratty, Co. Clare360 kW
Ennis Road Retail Park, LimerickEnnis Road Retail Park, Limerick, Co. Limerick360 kW
Circle K, Barack Obama Plaza, MoneygallCircle K, Barack Obama Plaza, Moneygall, County Tipperary200 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

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Popular destinations close by

Thurles → Nenagh37 km · 40 min Thurles → Tullamore95 km · 1 h 20 min Thurles → Carlow87 km · 1 h 15 min Thurles → Cashel22 km · 20 min Thurles → Dungarvan88 km · 1 h 25 min Thurles → Templemore15 km · 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 October 2026.

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How far is it from Limerick to Thurles?: The distance between Limerick and Thurles is 77 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Limerick to Thurles?: The drive from Limerick to Thurles takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Limerick to Thurles?: The fastest route from Limerick to Thurles covers 77 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.
Which direction is Thurles from Limerick?: Thurles lies roughly to the east of Limerick.
Which roads does the route from Limerick to Thurles follow?: The drive from Limerick to Thurles mainly follows M7, R498.
Which towns do you pass between Limerick and Thurles?: Towns on the route from Limerick to Thurles include Caherconlish, Nenagh, Toomevara, Borrisoleigh, Templemore.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Limerick and Thurles?: Along the route from Limerick to Thurles you can fill up at Certa (24/7), Costellos, Shanahan's. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Limerick and Thurles?: Along the route from Limerick to Thurles you can stop for the night or service your van at Castleconnell Scout Campsite.
Where can I stop to rest between Limerick and Thurles?: On the route from Limerick to Thurles you can take a break at Birdhill M7 Service Station.
Are there charging stations between Limerick and Thurles?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Limerick to Thurles, including Bunratty West, Bunratty (360 kW); Ennis Road Retail Park, Limerick (360 kW); Circle K, Barack Obama Plaza, Moneygall (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 96.

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