How far is it from Rathvilly to Ballymun?

The distance between Rathvilly and Ballymun is 78 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Rathvilly to Ballymun?

The drive from Rathvilly to Ballymun takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Rathvilly to Ballymun?

The fastest route from Rathvilly to Ballymun covers 78 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Which direction is Ballymun from Rathvilly?

Ballymun lies roughly to the north-east of Rathvilly.

Which roads does the route from Rathvilly to Ballymun follow?

The drive from Rathvilly to Ballymun mainly follows N81.

Which towns do you pass between Rathvilly and Ballymun?

Towns on the route from Rathvilly to Ballymun include Castledermot, Dunlavin, Naas, Newcastle, Leixlip.

Where can I camp between Rathvilly and Ballymun?

Along the route from Rathvilly to Ballymun you can stop for the night or service your van at Moat Farm Camping, Beckettsfield Cottage.

Are there charging stations between Rathvilly and Ballymun?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Rathvilly to Ballymun, including 146 Cabra Rd, Dublin (400 kW); Citywest Rd, Citywest (400 kW); Clonshaugh Rd, Clonshaugh (400 kW). Charging points on this route: 631.

Rathvilly Ballymun

Distance: 78 kmDrive time: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Rathvilly to Ballymun takes about 1 h 15 min via N81. The distance is 78 km. The straight-line distance is 64 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Stratford-on-Slaney, Dunlavin, Kill (Kildare), Newcastle (Dublin), Broadstone. Driving directions

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Driving directions32 · 78 km

1 Depart left 5 m
2 Turn slightly right 55 m
3 Continue straight 37 km
4 Enter rotary slightly left onto Baltinglass Road 35 m
5 Exit rotary straight onto Baltinglass Road 647 m
6 Continue straight onto Main Street 834 m
7 Continue straight onto Blessington Road 9 km
8 Continue straight onto Blessington Road 6 km
9 Turn sharp left onto Citywest Road 398 m
10 Enter roundabout left onto Citywest Road 27 m
11 Exit roundabout straight onto Citywest Road 2 km
12 Enter roundabout left onto Citywest Road 19 m
13 Exit roundabout straight onto Citywest Road 310 m

14 Enter rotary slightly left onto Citywest Road 47 m
15 Exit rotary slightly left onto Citywest Road 330 m
16 Enter roundabout left onto Citywest Road 35 m
17 Exit roundabout left onto Citywest Road 249 m
18 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Naas Road 40 m
19 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Naas Road 360 m
20 Merge slightly right onto Naas Road 5 km
21 Take exit slightly left 323 m
22 Keep slightly left 789 m
23 Merge slightly right onto Western Parkway Motorway 7 km
24 Continue straight onto Northern Cross Route Motorway 8 km
25 Take exit slightly left 574 m
26 Keep slightly right 194 m
27 Keep slightly right 230 m
28 Keep slightly left onto Naul Road 824 m
29 Continue straight onto Ballymun Road 800 m
30 Continue U-turn onto Ballymun Road 162 m
31 Turn left onto Silloge Road 57 m
32 Arrive left onto Silloge Road

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The return trip from Ballymun to Rathvilly covers roughly the same distance, 78 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

631 chargers

146 Cabra Rd, Dublin146 Cabra Rd, Dublin, Dublin 7400 kW
Citywest Rd, CitywestCitywest Rd, Citywest, Dublin 24400 kW
Clonshaugh Rd, ClonshaughClonshaugh Rd, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17400 kW
Enniskerry Rd, KilternanEnniskerry Rd, Kilternan, Co. Dublin400 kW
Hartstown Rd, HartstownHartstown Rd, Hartstown, Dublin 15400 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 destinations close by

Ballymun → Ballybough6 km · 10 min Ballymun → Sheriff Street7 km · 15 min Ballymun → Coolock6 km · 10 min Ballymun → North Wall7 km · 15 min Ballymun → Clontarf8 km · 15 min Ballymun → Calverstown62 km · 50 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 September 2026.

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How far is it from Rathvilly to Ballymun?: The distance between Rathvilly and Ballymun is 78 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Rathvilly to Ballymun?: The drive from Rathvilly to Ballymun takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Rathvilly to Ballymun?: The fastest route from Rathvilly to Ballymun covers 78 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Ballymun from Rathvilly?: Ballymun lies roughly to the north-east of Rathvilly.
Which roads does the route from Rathvilly to Ballymun follow?: The drive from Rathvilly to Ballymun mainly follows N81.
Which towns do you pass between Rathvilly and Ballymun?: Towns on the route from Rathvilly to Ballymun include Castledermot, Dunlavin, Naas, Newcastle, Leixlip.
Where can I camp between Rathvilly and Ballymun?: Along the route from Rathvilly to Ballymun you can stop for the night or service your van at Moat Farm Camping, Beckettsfield Cottage.
Are there charging stations between Rathvilly and Ballymun?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Rathvilly to Ballymun, including 146 Cabra Rd, Dublin (400 kW); Citywest Rd, Citywest (400 kW); Clonshaugh Rd, Clonshaugh (400 kW). Charging points on this route: 631.

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