How far is it from Thurles to Killeshin?

The distance between Thurles and Killeshin is 47 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Thurles to Killeshin?

The drive from Thurles to Killeshin takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.

The fastest route from Thurles to Killeshin covers 47 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.

Killeshin lies roughly to the east of Thurles.

The drive from Thurles to Killeshin mainly follows M8.

Towns on the route from Thurles to Killeshin include Castleiney, Ballysloe, Abbeyleix, Portlaoise, Arless.

Distance: 47 miDuration: 1 h 10 min

Driving from Thurles to Killeshin takes about 1 h 10 min via M8. The distance is 47 mi. The straight-line distance is 37 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Loughmore, Galmoy, Durrow (Laois), Jenkinstown (Kilkenny), Rathcoole. Driving directions

Driving directions21 · 47 mi

The return trip from Killeshin to Thurles covers roughly the same distance, 47 mi.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 17 August 2026.

How far is it from Thurles to Killeshin?: The distance between Thurles and Killeshin is 47 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Thurles to Killeshin?: The drive from Thurles to Killeshin takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Thurles to Killeshin?: The fastest route from Thurles to Killeshin covers 47 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.
Which direction is Killeshin from Thurles?: Killeshin lies roughly to the east of Thurles.
Which roads does the route from Thurles to Killeshin follow?: The drive from Thurles to Killeshin mainly follows M8.
Which towns do you pass between Thurles and Killeshin?: Towns on the route from Thurles to Killeshin include Castleiney, Ballysloe, Abbeyleix, Portlaoise, Arless.