How far is it from Port Laoise to Arklow?

The distance between Port Laoise and Arklow is 100 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Port Laoise to Arklow?

The drive from Port Laoise to Arklow takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Port Laoise to Arklow?

The fastest route from Port Laoise to Arklow covers 100 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.

Which direction is Arklow from Port Laoise?

Arklow lies roughly to the east of Port Laoise.

Which roads does the route from Port Laoise to Arklow follow?

The drive from Port Laoise to Arklow mainly follows R747.

Which towns do you pass between Port Laoise and Arklow?

Towns on the route from Port Laoise to Arklow include Athy, Calverstown, Stratford-on-Slaney, Annacurra, Ballinaclash.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Port Laoise and Arklow?

Along the route from Port Laoise to Arklow you can fill up at Applegreen Portlaoise (24/7), Fisher's Maxol, Emo. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Are there charging stations between Port Laoise and Arklow?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Port Laoise to Arklow, including Junction 19 (360 kW); North Quay, Arklow (360 kW); Gorey Services Station, Inch (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 74.

Port Laoise Arklow

Distance: 100 kmDrive time: 1 h 45 min

Driving from Port Laoise to Arklow takes about 1 h 45 min via R747. The distance is 100 km. The straight-line distance is 81 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Portlaoise, Tinryland, Rathvilly, Tinahely, Woodenbridge. Driving directions

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Driving directions37 · 100 km

1 Depart onto James Fintan Lalor Avenue 10 m
2 At roundabout, take exit straight onto James Fintan Lalor Avenue 211 m
3 Turn right onto Stradbally Road 2 km
4 Enter roundabout straight onto Stradbally Road 8 m
5 Exit roundabout straight onto Stradbally Road 233 m
6 Enter roundabout straight onto Stradbally Road 23 m
7 Exit roundabout left onto Stradbally Road 938 m
8 Enter roundabout left 67 m
9 Exit roundabout left 9 km
10 Turn left 13 km
11 At end of road, turn left onto Duke Street 316 m
12 Continue straight onto Leinster Street 322 m
13 Keep slightly left onto Leinster Street 2 km

14 Enter roundabout left onto Athy Link Road 55 m
15 Exit roundabout left onto Athy Link Road 9 km
16 Enter roundabout left 65 m
17 Exit roundabout slightly left 117 m
18 Enter roundabout slightly left 49 m
19 Exit roundabout slightly left 3 km
20 At end of road, turn right 117 m
21 Turn left 11 km
22 Keep slightly right onto Market Square 160 m
23 Continue straight onto Weavers Square 2 km
24 Continue straight onto Kiltegan Road 10 km
25 Turn left 4 km
26 Continue slightly left 39 m
27 At end of road, turn right 11 km
28 Turn left onto Dwyer Square 65 m
29 Continue left onto Bridge Street 124 m
30 Turn left onto Kelly's Hill 239 m
31 Turn right onto School Road 425 m
32 Continue straight onto Churchlands 203 m
33 At end of road, turn left 3 km
34 At end of road, turn left 18 km
35 At end of road, turn right 7 km
36 Turn left onto Upper Main Street 427 m
37 Arrive onto Main Street

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The return trip from Arklow to Port Laoise covers roughly the same distance, 100 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

74 chargers

Junction 19Junction 19, Co. Wicklow360 kW
North Quay, ArklowNorth Quay, Arklow, Co. Wicklow360 kW
Gorey Services Station, InchGorey Services Station, Inch, Co. Wexford350 kW
Exit 17, M7, PortlaoiseExit 17, M7, Portlaoise, Co. Laois200 kW
Junction 14, M7, MonasterevinJunction 14, M7, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare200 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 routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Arklow → Enniscorthy49 km · 40 min Arklow → Greystones46 km · 40 min Arklow → Naas97 km · 1 h 15 min Arklow → Ballymoney24 km · 20 min Arklow → Leixlip87 km · 1 h 5 min Arklow → Randalstown80 km · 1 h

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How far is it from Port Laoise to Arklow?: The distance between Port Laoise and Arklow is 100 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Port Laoise to Arklow?: The drive from Port Laoise to Arklow takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Port Laoise to Arklow?: The fastest route from Port Laoise to Arklow covers 100 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.
Which direction is Arklow from Port Laoise?: Arklow lies roughly to the east of Port Laoise.
Which roads does the route from Port Laoise to Arklow follow?: The drive from Port Laoise to Arklow mainly follows R747.
Which towns do you pass between Port Laoise and Arklow?: Towns on the route from Port Laoise to Arklow include Athy, Calverstown, Stratford-on-Slaney, Annacurra, Ballinaclash.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Port Laoise and Arklow?: Along the route from Port Laoise to Arklow you can fill up at Applegreen Portlaoise (24/7), Fisher's Maxol, Emo. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Are there charging stations between Port Laoise and Arklow?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Port Laoise to Arklow, including Junction 19 (360 kW); North Quay, Arklow (360 kW); Gorey Services Station, Inch (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 74.

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