How far is it from Loughrea to Limerick?

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

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

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

What is the best route from Loughrea to Limerick?

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

Which direction is Limerick from Loughrea?

Limerick lies roughly to the south of Loughrea.

Which roads does the route from Loughrea to Limerick follow?

The drive from Loughrea to Limerick mainly follows M18.

Which towns do you pass between Loughrea and Limerick?

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

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

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

Where can I stop to rest between Loughrea and Limerick?

On the route from Loughrea to Limerick you can take a break at The Banner Plaza, Clondrinagh Service Station.

Are there charging stations between Loughrea and Limerick?

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

Loughrea Limerick

Distance: 87 kmDrive time: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Loughrea to Limerick 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 Loughrea, Ardrahan, Ballinderreen, Newmarket-on-Fergus, Limerick. Driving directions

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Driving directions28 · 87 km

1 Depart onto Main Street 80 m
2 Continue straight onto Dunkellin Street 225 m
3 Turn left 60 m
4 Turn right 24 km
5 At end of road, turn right onto Georges Street 256 m
6 Continue straight onto Bridge Street 245 m
7 Continue straight onto Crowe Street 767 m
8 Enter roundabout left 12 m
9 Exit roundabout straight 634 m
10 Merge slightly right 43 km
11 Continue straight 12 km
12 Take exit slightly left onto Ennis Road 678 m
13 Enter rotary left 76 m

14 Exit rotary slightly left 2 km
15 Enter rotary left onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 52 m
16 Exit rotary slightly left onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 2 km
17 Enter roundabout straight onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 51 m
18 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Limerick to Shannon Dual Carriageway 501 m
19 Enter roundabout slightly left 70 m
20 Exit roundabout left 3 km
21 Turn right onto Shelbourne Road Lower 321 m
22 Enter roundabout slightly left 33 m
23 Exit roundabout left 77 m
24 Turn left onto Condell Road 241 m
25 Continue straight onto Shannon Bridge 245 m
26 Enter rotary slightly left 21 m
27 Exit rotary slightly left 64 m
28 Arrive

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The return trip from Limerick to Loughrea 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

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Popular destinations close by

Limerick → Nenagh42 km · 35 min Limerick → Thurles77 km · 1 h 10 min Limerick → Galway99 km · 1 h 20 min Limerick → Cork99 km · 1 h 30 min Limerick → Cashel60 km · 1 h Limerick → Tipperary41 km · 40 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 5 October 2026.

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How far is it from Loughrea to Limerick?: The distance between Loughrea and Limerick is 87 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Loughrea to Limerick?: The drive from Loughrea to Limerick takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Loughrea to Limerick?: The fastest route from Loughrea to Limerick covers 87 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Limerick from Loughrea?: Limerick lies roughly to the south of Loughrea.
Which roads does the route from Loughrea to Limerick follow?: The drive from Loughrea to Limerick mainly follows M18.
Which towns do you pass between Loughrea and Limerick?: Towns on the route from Loughrea to Limerick include Ardrahan, Tubber (Clare), Ennis, Broadford (Clare).
Where can I find a 24h service station between Loughrea and Limerick?: Along the route from Loughrea to Limerick you can fill up at Circle K, Top, Certa (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Loughrea and Limerick?: On the route from Loughrea to Limerick you can take a break at The Banner Plaza, Clondrinagh Service Station.
Are there charging stations between Loughrea and Limerick?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Loughrea to Limerick, 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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