How far is it from Portstewart to Carrigans?

The distance between Portstewart and Carrigans is 69 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Portstewart to Carrigans?

The drive from Portstewart to Carrigans takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Portstewart to Carrigans?

The fastest route from Portstewart to Carrigans covers 69 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is Carrigans from Portstewart?

Carrigans lies roughly to the south-west of Portstewart.

Which roads does the route from Portstewart to Carrigans follow?

The drive from Portstewart to Carrigans mainly follows A2.

Which towns do you pass between Portstewart and Carrigans?

Towns on the route from Portstewart to Carrigans include Portrush, Dungiven, Limavady, Eglinton, Londonderry.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Portstewart and Carrigans?

Along the route from Portstewart to Carrigans you can fill up at Circle K, Nicholl Auto Limavady, Nicholl. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Portstewart and Carrigans?

Along the route from Portstewart to Carrigans you can stop for the night or service your van at Millfield.

Are there charging stations between Portstewart and Carrigans?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Portstewart to Carrigans, including Temple Rd, Strathfoyle (75 kW); Letterkenny Road, Donegal (50 kW); Meetinghouse St, Raphoe (47 kW). Charging points on this route: 5.

Portstewart Carrigans

Distance: 69 kmDrive time: 1 h 5 min

Driving from Portstewart to Carrigans takes about 1 h 5 min via A2. The distance is 69 km. The straight-line distance is 53 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Coleraine GB, Macosquin, Ballydarrog, Ballynagard, Burnfoot. Driving directions

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Driving directions51 · 69 km

1 Depart onto The Promenade 151 m
2 Continue slightly right onto Harbour Road 133 m
3 Continue straight onto Portmore Road 410 m
4 Turn right onto Station Road 663 m
5 At roundabout, take exit slightly left onto Station Road 2 km
6 Continue straight onto Cromore Road 3 km
7 Turn left 502 m
8 Enter rotary straight onto Ring Road 117 m
9 Exit rotary straight onto Ring Road 2 km
10 Enter rotary slightly left 96 m
11 Exit rotary slightly left 2 km
12 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Ring Road 86 m
13 Exit roundabout straight onto Ring Road 2 km

14 Enter rotary straight 205 m
15 Exit rotary straight 952 m
16 Enter rotary straight 83 m
17 Exit rotary slightly left 497 m
18 Enter rotary slightly left 33 m
19 Exit rotary slightly left 2 km
20 Enter rotary left 42 m
21 Exit rotary slightly left 17 km
22 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Broad Road 38 m
23 Exit roundabout straight onto Broad Road 2 km
24 Enter rotary left onto Ballykelly Road 9 m
25 Exit rotary straight onto Ballykelly Road 2 km
26 Enter roundabout left onto Ballykelly Road 73 m
27 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Ballykelly Road 13 km
28 Enter roundabout left 55 m
29 Exit roundabout slightly left 3 km
30 Enter roundabout left 66 m
31 Exit roundabout straight 2 km
32 Enter roundabout straight 67 m
33 Exit roundabout straight 3 km
34 Enter roundabout straight onto Clooney Road 89 m
35 Exit roundabout straight onto Clooney Road 2 km
36 Enter roundabout left onto Clooney Road 32 m
37 Exit roundabout straight onto Clooney Road 410 m
38 Enter rotary straight 87 m
39 Exit rotary straight 3 km
40 Turn straight onto King Street 48 m
41 Continue straight onto Clooney Terrace 327 m
42 Turn right onto Simpsons Brae 169 m
43 Enter rotary slightly left onto Duke Street 39 m
44 Exit rotary slightly left onto Duke Street 151 m
45 Keep slightly right onto Duke Street 226 m
46 Continue slightly right onto Craigavon Bridge 320 m
47 Turn left onto Foyle Road 2 km
48 Continue straight onto Letterkenny Road 3 km
49 Turn left onto Mullenan Road 3 km
50 Continue straight 3 km
51 Arrive left

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The return trip from Carrigans to Portstewart covers roughly the same distance, 69 km.

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Charging points along the way

5 chargers

Temple Rd, StrathfoyleTemple Rd, Strathfoyle, BT47 6TJ75 kW
Letterkenny Road, DonegalLetterkenny Road, Donegal, County Donegal50 kW
Meetinghouse St, RaphoeMeetinghouse St, Raphoe, Co. Donegal47 kW
Foyle View, LiffordFoyle View, Lifford, Co. Donegal22 kW
Redcastle, InishowenRedcastle, Inishowen, Co. Donegal, F93 C2W522 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Carrigans → Raphoe16 km · 20 min Carrigans → Eglinton21 km · 25 min Carrigans → Stranorlar32 km · 35 min Carrigans → Gortnavern49 km · 50 min Carrigans → Bridgend18 km · 20 min Carrigans → Convoy22 km · 25 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 Portstewart to Carrigans?: The distance between Portstewart and Carrigans is 69 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Portstewart to Carrigans?: The drive from Portstewart to Carrigans takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Portstewart to Carrigans?: The fastest route from Portstewart to Carrigans covers 69 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is Carrigans from Portstewart?: Carrigans lies roughly to the south-west of Portstewart.
Which roads does the route from Portstewart to Carrigans follow?: The drive from Portstewart to Carrigans mainly follows A2.
Which towns do you pass between Portstewart and Carrigans?: Towns on the route from Portstewart to Carrigans include Portrush, Dungiven, Limavady, Eglinton, Londonderry.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Portstewart and Carrigans?: Along the route from Portstewart to Carrigans you can fill up at Circle K, Nicholl Auto Limavady, Nicholl. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Portstewart and Carrigans?: Along the route from Portstewart to Carrigans you can stop for the night or service your van at Millfield.
Are there charging stations between Portstewart and Carrigans?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Portstewart to Carrigans, including Temple Rd, Strathfoyle (75 kW); Letterkenny Road, Donegal (50 kW); Meetinghouse St, Raphoe (47 kW). Charging points on this route: 5.

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