How far is it from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY)?

The distance between Magherafelt and City of Derry Airport (LDY) is 43 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY)?

The drive from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) takes approximately 1 h by car.

What is the best route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY)?

The fastest route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) covers 43 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.

Which direction is City of Derry Airport (LDY) from Magherafelt?

City of Derry Airport (LDY) lies roughly to the north-west of Magherafelt.

Which roads does the route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) follow?

The drive from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) mainly follows A6.

Which towns do you pass between Magherafelt and City of Derry Airport (LDY)?

Towns on the route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) include Maghera, Draperstown, Limavady, Londonderry, Eglinton.

Are there charging stations between Magherafelt and City of Derry Airport (LDY)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY), including B18 (350 kW); 1 Rossdowney Park, Londonderry (150 kW); Main Street, Dungiven (120 kW). Charging points on this route: 47.

Magherafelt City of Derry Airport (LDY)

Distance: 43 miDuration: 1 h

Driving from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) takes about 1 h via A6. The distance is 43 mi. The straight-line distance is 30 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Magherafelt, Draperstown, Drumsurn, Gortnessy, Templemoyle. Driving directions

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Driving directions22 · 43 mi

1 Depart onto Rainey Street 101 yd
2 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Broad Street 15 yd
3 Exit roundabout left onto Broad Street 119 yd
4 Turn right onto Church Street 1 mi
5 Continue straight onto Castledawson Road 1 mi
6 Continue straight onto Magherafelt Road 1 mi
7 Enter rotary straight 50 yd
8 Exit rotary straight 18 mi
9 Keep slightly left onto Dungiven Bypass 12 mi
10 Continue straight onto Glenshane Road 3 mi
11 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
12 Enter roundabout left onto Tamnaherin Road 93 yd
13 Exit roundabout left onto Tamnaherin Road 6 mi

14 Continue straight onto Woodvale Road 1 mi
15 Continue straight onto Main Street 173 yd
16 Turn left onto Coolnafinny Road 1 mi
17 Enter roundabout left 93 yd
18 Exit roundabout slightly left 99 yd
19 Turn right onto Clooney Road 1 mi
20 Turn left onto Station Road 1 mi
21 Turn right onto Lower Airfield Road 2 mi
22 Arrive onto Lower Airfield Road

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The return trip from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Magherafelt covers roughly the same distance, 43 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

47 chargers

B18B18, Northern Ireland / Tuaisceart Éireann, BT41 3NJ350 kW
1 Rossdowney Park, Londonderry1 Rossdowney Park, Londonderry, BT47 5NR150 kW
Main Street, DungivenMain Street, Dungiven, BT47 4LD120 kW
Glendermott Road, DerryGlendermott Road, Derry, Northern Ireland, BT47 6BG50 kW
Glenshane RoadGlenshane Road, Tuaisceart Éireann / Northern Ireland, BT47 4SD50 kW

EV Charging Points

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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

City of Derry Airport (LDY) → Ballynagard7 mi · 15 min City of Derry Airport (LDY) → Londonderry County Borough9 mi · 20 min City of Derry Airport (LDY) → Boom Hall9 mi · 20 min City of Derry Airport (LDY) → Clooney Park8 mi · 20 min City of Derry Airport (LDY) → Gortnessy8 mi · 20 min City of Derry Airport (LDY) → Drumahoe11 mi · 25 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY)?: The distance between Magherafelt and City of Derry Airport (LDY) is 43 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY)?: The drive from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) takes approximately 1 h by car.
What is the best route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY)?: The fastest route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) covers 43 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.
Which direction is City of Derry Airport (LDY) from Magherafelt?: City of Derry Airport (LDY) lies roughly to the north-west of Magherafelt.
Which roads does the route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) follow?: The drive from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) mainly follows A6.
Which towns do you pass between Magherafelt and City of Derry Airport (LDY)?: Towns on the route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY) include Maghera, Draperstown, Limavady, Londonderry, Eglinton.
Are there charging stations between Magherafelt and City of Derry Airport (LDY)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Magherafelt to City of Derry Airport (LDY), including B18 (350 kW); 1 Rossdowney Park, Londonderry (150 kW); Main Street, Dungiven (120 kW). Charging points on this route: 47.

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