How far is it from Port Laoise to Newbridge?

The distance between Port Laoise and Newbridge is 40 km by road.

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

The drive from Port Laoise to Newbridge takes approximately 35 min by car.

What is the best route from Port Laoise to Newbridge?

The fastest route from Port Laoise to Newbridge covers 40 km with a driving time of approximately 35 min.

Which direction is Newbridge from Port Laoise?

Newbridge lies roughly to the north-east of Port Laoise.

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

The drive from Port Laoise to Newbridge mainly follows M7.

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

Along the route from Port Laoise to Newbridge you can fill up at Applegreen Portlaoise (24/7), Texaco - Cars (24/7), Emo. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Port Laoise and Newbridge?

On the route from Port Laoise to Newbridge you can take a break at Junction 14 Mayfield.

Are there charging stations between Port Laoise and Newbridge?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Port Laoise to Newbridge, including Athgarvan Rd, Newbridge (200 kW); Exit 17, M7, Portlaoise (200 kW); Junction 14, M7, Monasterevin (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 86.

Port Laoise Newbridge

Distance: 40 kmDrive time: 35 min

Driving from Port Laoise to Newbridge takes about 35 min via M7. The distance is 40 km. The straight-line distance is 37 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions17 · 40 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 slightly left onto Dublin Road 146 m
4 Continue right onto Dublin Road 3 km
5 Enter roundabout left 27 m
6 Exit roundabout left 2 km
7 Enter roundabout left 62 m
8 Exit roundabout slightly left 552 m

9 Merge slightly right onto Monasterevin Bypass 20 km
10 Continue straight onto Kildare Bypass 11 km
11 Continue straight onto The Curragh Motorway 3 km
12 Take exit slightly left 310 m
13 Enter roundabout left 60 m
14 Exit roundabout slightly left 2 km
15 Turn straight onto Moorefield Road 514 m
16 Continue straight onto Edward Street 144 m
17 Arrive onto Edward Street

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The return trip from Newbridge to Port Laoise covers roughly the same distance, 40 km.

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Charging points along the way

86 chargers

Athgarvan Rd, NewbridgeAthgarvan Rd, Newbridge, Co. Kildare200 kW
Exit 17, M7, PortlaoiseExit 17, M7, Portlaoise, Co. Laois200 kW
Junction 14, M7, MonasterevinJunction 14, M7, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare200 kW
R445, NewbridgeR445, Newbridge, Co. Kildare200 kW
Abbeyleix RoadAbbeyleix Road, Co. Laois180 kW

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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

Newbridge → Carlow47 km · 40 min Newbridge → Kilkenny86 km · 1 h 5 min Newbridge → Tullamore57 km · 1 h Newbridge → Trim56 km · 1 h 5 min Newbridge → Gorey95 km · 1 h 35 min Newbridge → Leixlip38 km · 40 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 October 2026.

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How far is it from Port Laoise to Newbridge?: The distance between Port Laoise and Newbridge is 40 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Port Laoise to Newbridge?: The drive from Port Laoise to Newbridge takes approximately 35 min by car.
What is the best route from Port Laoise to Newbridge?: The fastest route from Port Laoise to Newbridge covers 40 km with a driving time of approximately 35 min.
Which direction is Newbridge from Port Laoise?: Newbridge lies roughly to the north-east of Port Laoise.
Which roads does the route from Port Laoise to Newbridge follow?: The drive from Port Laoise to Newbridge mainly follows M7.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Port Laoise and Newbridge?: Along the route from Port Laoise to Newbridge you can fill up at Applegreen Portlaoise (24/7), Texaco - Cars (24/7), Emo. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Port Laoise and Newbridge?: On the route from Port Laoise to Newbridge you can take a break at Junction 14 Mayfield.
Are there charging stations between Port Laoise and Newbridge?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Port Laoise to Newbridge, including Athgarvan Rd, Newbridge (200 kW); Exit 17, M7, Portlaoise (200 kW); Junction 14, M7, Monasterevin (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 86.

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