How far is it from Menlough to Lacken?

The distance between Menlough and Lacken is 97 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Menlough to Lacken?

The drive from Menlough to Lacken takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Menlough to Lacken?

The fastest route from Menlough to Lacken covers 97 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.

Which direction is Lacken from Menlough?

Lacken lies roughly to the south of Menlough.

Which roads does the route from Menlough to Lacken follow?

The drive from Menlough to Lacken mainly follows M18.

Which towns do you pass between Menlough and Lacken?

Towns on the route from Menlough to Lacken include Ballindooley, Oranmore, Ardrahan, Ennis, Ballynacally.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Menlough and Lacken?

Along the route from Menlough to Lacken you can fill up at Circle K (24/7), Circle K, Corrib Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Menlough and Lacken?

On the route from Menlough to Lacken you can take a break at The Banner Plaza.

Are there charging stations between Menlough and Lacken?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Menlough to Lacken, including R471 (360 kW); Sandy Rd, Galway (300 kW); Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 140.

Menlough Lacken

Distance: 97 kmDrive time: 1 h 20 min

Driving from Menlough to Lacken takes about 1 h 20 min via M18. The distance is 97 km. The straight-line distance is 67 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Wellpark, Oranmore, Ballinderreen, Newmarket-on-Fergus, Knock (Clare). Driving directions

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Driving directions36 · 97 km

1 Depart left onto Menlo Park 26 m
2 Continue slightly right onto Coolagh Road 2 km
3 Turn left onto Coolough Road 658 m
4 Turn sharp right onto Headford Road 111 m
5 Turn left onto Bóthar Na dTreabh 6 km
6 Enter rotary slightly left 68 m
7 Exit rotary straight 4 km
8 Enter rotary slightly left 71 m
9 Exit rotary straight 837 m
10 Enter rotary straight 75 m
11 Exit rotary straight 2 km
12 Enter roundabout slightly left 36 m
13 Exit roundabout straight 8 km

14 Continue straight 4 km
15 Enter roundabout slightly left 42 m
16 Exit roundabout straight 413 m
17 Enter roundabout straight 58 m
18 Exit roundabout straight 528 m
19 Merge slightly right 42 km
20 Take exit slightly left 327 m
21 Enter rotary slightly left onto Ennis Western Relief Road 103 m
22 Exit rotary slightly left onto Ennis Western Relief Road 131 m
23 Enter rotary straight onto Ennis Western Relief Road 36 m
24 Exit rotary slightly left onto Ennis Western Relief Road 2 km
25 Enter rotary straight onto Ennis Western Relief Road 33 m
26 Exit rotary straight onto Ennis Western Relief Road 2 km
27 Enter rotary straight onto Ennis Western Relief Road 95 m
28 Exit rotary straight onto Ennis Western Relief Road 2 km
29 Enter rotary left onto Ennis Western Relief Road 58 m
30 Exit rotary straight onto Ennis Western Relief Road 292 m
31 Enter rotary slightly left 9 m
32 Exit rotary slightly left 24 km
33 Turn right 2 km
34 Turn right 211 m
35 Turn left 203 m
36 Arrive left

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The return trip from Lacken to Menlough covers roughly the same distance, 97 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

140 chargers

R471R471, Co. Clare360 kW
Sandy Rd, GalwaySandy Rd, Galway, Co. Galway300 kW
Raheen Woods Hotel, AthenryRaheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, Co. Galway250 kW
Castlepark Rd, BallybaneCastlepark Rd, Ballybane, Co. Galway200 kW
Headford Rd, GalwayHeadford Rd, Galway, Co. Galway200 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Top attractions along the route

Corrib Princess
Ferry Terminals

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Lacken → Oola94 km · 1 h 20 min Lacken → Inch (Clare)28 km · 30 min Lacken → Labasheeda20 km · 25 min Lacken → Cooraclare16 km · 20 min Lacken → Spanish Point26 km · 30 min Lacken → Milltown Malbay26 km · 30 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 Menlough to Lacken?: The distance between Menlough and Lacken is 97 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Menlough to Lacken?: The drive from Menlough to Lacken takes approximately 1 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Menlough to Lacken?: The fastest route from Menlough to Lacken covers 97 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 20 min.
Which direction is Lacken from Menlough?: Lacken lies roughly to the south of Menlough.
Which roads does the route from Menlough to Lacken follow?: The drive from Menlough to Lacken mainly follows M18.
Which towns do you pass between Menlough and Lacken?: Towns on the route from Menlough to Lacken include Ballindooley, Oranmore, Ardrahan, Ennis, Ballynacally.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Menlough and Lacken?: Along the route from Menlough to Lacken you can fill up at Circle K (24/7), Circle K, Corrib Oil (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Menlough and Lacken?: On the route from Menlough to Lacken you can take a break at The Banner Plaza.
Are there charging stations between Menlough and Lacken?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Menlough to Lacken, including R471 (360 kW); Sandy Rd, Galway (300 kW); Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 140.

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