How far is it from Tuam to Loughrea?

The distance between Tuam and Loughrea is 51 km by road.

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

The drive from Tuam to Loughrea takes approximately 40 min by car.

What is the best route from Tuam to Loughrea?

The fastest route from Tuam to Loughrea covers 51 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.

Which direction is Loughrea from Tuam?

Loughrea lies roughly to the south-east of Tuam.

Which towns do you pass between Tuam and Loughrea?

Towns on the route from Tuam to Loughrea include Milltown (Galway), Crumlin, Ardrahan, Attymon.

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

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

Where can I stop to rest between Tuam and Loughrea?

On the route from Tuam to Loughrea you can take a break at N17 Plaza, Galway Plaza.

Are there charging stations between Tuam and Loughrea?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Tuam to Loughrea, including Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry (250 kW); Castlepark Rd, Ballybane (200 kW); Galway Rd, Tuam (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 51.

Tuam Loughrea

Distance: 51 kmDrive time: 40 min

Driving from Tuam to Loughrea takes about 40 min via M17. The distance is 51 km. The straight-line distance is 40 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Crumlin, Athenry, Craughwell, Loughrea. Driving directions

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Driving directions18 · 51 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 14 km
8 Take exit slightly left 572 m
9 Enter roundabout slightly left 109 m
10 Exit roundabout left 130 m
11 Enter roundabout left 103 m
12 Exit roundabout left 8 km
13 Enter rotary left 153 m

14 Exit rotary slightly left 686 m
15 Turn right onto Mount Carmel Crescent 268 m
16 Turn left 84 m
17 Turn left onto Dunkellin Street 305 m
18 Arrive onto Main Street

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The return trip from Loughrea to Tuam covers roughly the same distance, 51 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

51 chargers

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
Oran Point, OranmoreOran Point, Oranmore, Co. Galway180 kW
Carnmore Cross (Galway Airport), OranmoreCarnmore Cross (Galway Airport), Oranmore, County Galway150 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

Loughrea → Limerick87 km · 1 h 15 min Loughrea → Ennis54 km · 50 min Loughrea → Athlone64 km · 50 min Loughrea → Birr56 km · 55 min Loughrea → Thurles99 km · 1 h 35 min Loughrea → Nenagh63 km · 1 h

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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 Loughrea?: The distance between Tuam and Loughrea is 51 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Tuam to Loughrea?: The drive from Tuam to Loughrea takes approximately 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Tuam to Loughrea?: The fastest route from Tuam to Loughrea covers 51 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.
Which direction is Loughrea from Tuam?: Loughrea lies roughly to the south-east of Tuam.
Which towns do you pass between Tuam and Loughrea?: Towns on the route from Tuam to Loughrea include Milltown (Galway), Crumlin, Ardrahan, Attymon.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Tuam and Loughrea?: Along the route from Tuam to Loughrea you can fill up at Top, Texaco, Texaco (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Tuam and Loughrea?: On the route from Tuam to Loughrea you can take a break at N17 Plaza, Galway Plaza.
Are there charging stations between Tuam and Loughrea?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Tuam to Loughrea, including Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry (250 kW); Castlepark Rd, Ballybane (200 kW); Galway Rd, Tuam (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 51.

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