New N55 stretch opens enhancing safety in Cavan
A key €31 million road upgrade on the N55 between Ballytrust and Mullahoran has been officially opened, improving traffic flow and safety. The project includes a bypass of Killydoon village, benefiting thousands of daily users in County Cavan.
The latest phase of the N55 Corduff to South of Killydoon Road Realignment Scheme was officially opened by Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien TD, marking a significant milestone in improving this vital national secondary route in County Cavan.
Spanning approximately 3.7 kilometres, the €31 million project stretches between Ballytrust and Mullahoran, south of Killydoon. It introduces a higher standard of road infrastructure, including a bypass to divert through traffic away from Killydoon village. This change enhances road safety, improves journey reliability, and creates better driving conditions for all users.
The scheme features nearly 3.75 kilometres of new single carriageway, upgraded junctions with improved visibility, and three new bridges over the River Erne. Additional works include drainage systems, traffic calming measures within Killydoon, and a looped pedestrian walkway to boost safety and local amenity. This phase complements the earlier 3.2-kilometre Section A completed in 2018, together forming a continuous 6.9-kilometre improved route. Key officials from Cavan County Council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland praised the project for enhancing regional connectivity and quality of life along the route.