How far is it from Tuam to Athlone?

The distance between Tuam and Athlone is 97 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Tuam to Athlone?

The drive from Tuam to Athlone takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Tuam to Athlone?

The fastest route from Tuam to Athlone covers 97 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.

Which direction is Athlone from Tuam?

Athlone lies roughly to the east of Tuam.

Which roads does the route from Tuam to Athlone follow?

The drive from Tuam to Athlone mainly follows M6.

Which towns do you pass between Tuam and Athlone?

Towns on the route from Tuam to Athlone include Bullaun, Crumlin, Loughrea, Ballinasloe, Maghera.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Tuam and Athlone?

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

Where can I stop to rest between Tuam and Athlone?

On the route from Tuam to Athlone you can take a break at N17 Plaza, Galway Plaza, Costa Coffee Toilets.

Are there charging stations between Tuam and Athlone?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Tuam to Athlone, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 83.

Tuam Athlone

Distance: 97 kmDrive time: 1 h 10 min

Driving from Tuam to Athlone takes about 1 h 10 min via M6. The distance is 97 km. The straight-line distance is 62 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Bullaun, Athenry, New Inn (Galway), Ballinasloe, Athlone. Driving directions

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Driving directions14 · 97 km

1 Depart onto Bishop Street 99 m
2 Continue slightly right onto High Street 374 m
3 At end of road, turn left onto Galway Road 2 km
4 Enter rotary straight 6 m
5 Exit rotary left 25 km
6 Take exit slightly left 490 m
7 Keep slightly left 64 km
8 Continue straight onto Athlone Bypass 5 km

9 Take exit slightly left 383 m
10 Turn right onto Ballymahon Road 159 m
11 Enter roundabout left onto Ballymahon Road 63 m
12 Exit roundabout left onto Ballymahon Road 2 km
13 Turn right onto Mardyke Street 170 m
14 Arrive onto Dublin Gate Street

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The return trip from Athlone to Tuam covers roughly the same distance, 97 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

83 chargers

Fassagh, Athlone / MoateFassagh, Athlone / Moate, Co. Westmeath350 kW
Athlone / MoateAthlone / Moate, Co. Westmeath300 kW
Raheen Woods Hotel, AthenryRaheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, Co. Galway250 kW
Castlepark Rd, BallybaneCastlepark Rd, Ballybane, Co. Galway200 kW
Galway Rd, TuamGalway Rd, Tuam, Co. Galway200 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

Athlone → Mullingar62 km · 50 min Athlone → Portlaoise79 km · 1 h 5 min Athlone → Trim93 km · 1 h 15 min Athlone → Ballinasloe31 km · 25 min Athlone → Tullamore45 km · 35 min Athlone → Longford44 km · 50 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 October 2026.

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How far is it from Tuam to Athlone?: The distance between Tuam and Athlone is 97 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Tuam to Athlone?: The drive from Tuam to Athlone takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Tuam to Athlone?: The fastest route from Tuam to Athlone covers 97 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.
Which direction is Athlone from Tuam?: Athlone lies roughly to the east of Tuam.
Which roads does the route from Tuam to Athlone follow?: The drive from Tuam to Athlone mainly follows M6.
Which towns do you pass between Tuam and Athlone?: Towns on the route from Tuam to Athlone include Bullaun, Crumlin, Loughrea, Ballinasloe, Maghera.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Tuam and Athlone?: Along the route from Tuam to Athlone you can fill up at Top, Texaco (24/7), Certa (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Tuam and Athlone?: On the route from Tuam to Athlone you can take a break at N17 Plaza, Galway Plaza, Costa Coffee Toilets.
Are there charging stations between Tuam and Athlone?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Tuam to Athlone, including Fassagh, Athlone / Moate (350 kW); Athlone / Moate (300 kW); Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 83.

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