How far is it from Rathcoole to Tullamore?

The distance between Rathcoole and Tullamore is 82 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Rathcoole to Tullamore?

The drive from Rathcoole to Tullamore takes approximately 1 h 30 min by car.

What is the best route from Rathcoole to Tullamore?

The fastest route from Rathcoole to Tullamore covers 82 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 30 min.

Which direction is Tullamore from Rathcoole?

Tullamore lies roughly to the north of Rathcoole.

Which towns do you pass between Rathcoole and Tullamore?

Towns on the route from Rathcoole to Tullamore include Ballyragget, Ballylinan, Abbeyleix, Portlaoise, Ballinagar.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Rathcoole and Tullamore?

Along the route from Rathcoole to Tullamore you can fill up at Texaco, Applegreen (24/7), Certa (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Rathcoole and Tullamore?

On the route from Rathcoole to Tullamore you can take a break at Portlaoise Plaza.

Are there charging stations between Rathcoole and Tullamore?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Rathcoole to Tullamore, including Exit 17, M7, Portlaoise (200 kW); Abbeyleix Road (180 kW); Cloncollog, Tullamore (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 86.

Rathcoole Tullamore

Distance: 82 kmDrive time: 1 h 30 min

Driving from Rathcoole to Tullamore takes about 1 h 30 min via R426. The distance is 82 km. The straight-line distance is 68 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Jenkinstown (Kilkenny), Durrow (Laois), Emo, Port Laoise, Tullamore. Driving directions

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Driving directions44 · 82 km

1 Depart left 966 m
2 Turn left 2 km
3 Continue straight 221 m
4 Continue straight onto Newline Road 4 km
5 At end of road, turn right 892 m
6 Turn left onto Ballalley Road 3 km
7 Turn left onto Muckalee Road 625 m
8 Continue slightly left onto Muckalee Road 2 km
9 Turn right 5 km
10 Turn slightly left onto Chatsworth Street 11 km
11 Turn left 263 m
12 Turn right 14 km
13 Turn right 9 m

14 Turn left 5 km
15 Continue straight 460 m
16 Turn left 3 km
17 Enter roundabout left onto Portlaoise Southern Circular Road 11 m
18 Exit roundabout straight onto Portlaoise Southern Circular Road 483 m
19 Enter rotary slightly left onto Portlaoise Southern Circular Road 37 m
20 Exit rotary slightly left onto Portlaoise Southern Circular Road 64 m
21 Continue straight 125 m
22 Continue straight onto Kylekiproe Road 285 m
23 At end of road, turn left onto James Fintan Lalor Avenue 176 m
24 Enter roundabout slightly left 29 m
25 Exit roundabout slightly left 151 m
26 Enter roundabout straight onto Coote Street 19 m
27 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Coote Street 2 km
28 Keep slightly left onto Mountmellick Road 14 m
29 Enter roundabout left onto Mountmellick Road 20 m
30 Exit roundabout left onto Mountmellick Road 769 m
31 At roundabout, take exit straight 116 m
32 Enter rotary left 55 m
33 Exit rotary left 6 km
34 Turn left 59 m
35 Turn right 756 m
36 Turn slightly right 2 km
37 At end of road, turn left 408 m
38 Turn right 489 m
39 At end of road, turn left 19 km
40 Enter rotary left 63 m
41 Exit rotary left 3 km
42 Continue right onto High Street 395 m
43 Continue straight onto Colmcille Street 87 m
44 Arrive onto Colmcille Street

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The return trip from Tullamore to Rathcoole covers roughly the same distance, 82 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

86 chargers

Exit 17, M7, PortlaoiseExit 17, M7, Portlaoise, Co. Laois200 kW
Abbeyleix RoadAbbeyleix Road, Co. Laois180 kW
Cloncollog, TullamoreCloncollog, Tullamore, Co. Offaly180 kW
M9 Exit 7, PaulstownM9 Exit 7, Paulstown, Co. Kilkenny180 kW
R420, TullamoreR420, Tullamore, Co. Offaly180 kW

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Tullamore → Naas67 km · 1 h 5 min Tullamore → Longford84 km · 1 h 10 min Tullamore → Edenderry36 km · 40 min Tullamore → Kells81 km · 1 h 10 min Tullamore → Mountmellick23 km · 25 min Tullamore → Port Laoise34 km · 35 min

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How far is it from Rathcoole to Tullamore?: The distance between Rathcoole and Tullamore is 82 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Rathcoole to Tullamore?: The drive from Rathcoole to Tullamore takes approximately 1 h 30 min by car.
What is the best route from Rathcoole to Tullamore?: The fastest route from Rathcoole to Tullamore covers 82 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 30 min.
Which direction is Tullamore from Rathcoole?: Tullamore lies roughly to the north of Rathcoole.
Which towns do you pass between Rathcoole and Tullamore?: Towns on the route from Rathcoole to Tullamore include Ballyragget, Ballylinan, Abbeyleix, Portlaoise, Ballinagar.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Rathcoole and Tullamore?: Along the route from Rathcoole to Tullamore you can fill up at Texaco, Applegreen (24/7), Certa (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Rathcoole and Tullamore?: On the route from Rathcoole to Tullamore you can take a break at Portlaoise Plaza.
Are there charging stations between Rathcoole and Tullamore?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Rathcoole to Tullamore, including Exit 17, M7, Portlaoise (200 kW); Abbeyleix Road (180 kW); Cloncollog, Tullamore (180 kW). Charging points on this route: 86.

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