The R113 road is a regional road in County Dublin, Ireland. It is primarily an orbital route in the north-western suburbs of Dublin, connecting the N3 national primary road with the N2 national primary road.
Route Description: The R113 road commences at a signal-controlled junction with the N3 (Navan Road) in Blanchardstown, close to the Blanchardstown Centre. From this point, it heads north-east, acting as a distributor road through rapidly developing residential and commercial areas.
Key features and junctions along the R113 include:
- It passes through the area of Clonee (though not the village itself, which is further west on the N3).
- It serves the suburban areas of Tyrrelstown and Hollystown, providing access to these significant housing developments and associated amenities.
- It has junctions with local roads that connect to surrounding areas like Damastown Industrial Park and Cruiserath.
- The road generally maintains a good standard, often featuring dual carriageway sections or wide single carriageway with hard shoulders, reflecting its role as a significant local artery.
- It ultimately terminates at a roundabout junction with the N2 (Finglas Bypass/Ashbourne Road) at Coldwinters, south of Ashbourne and north of Finglas.
Purpose and Function: The R113 plays a crucial role in the road network of North-West Dublin. Its main functions are:
- Orbital Connection: Providing a direct link between the N3 and N2, allowing traffic to bypass the more congested urban areas of Blanchardstown and Finglas.
- Access to Developing Areas: Serving as a primary access route for the large residential populations and commercial centres in Tyrrelstown, Hollystown, and other expanding suburbs.
- Industrial Access: Facilitating access to industrial and business parks in the area, such as Damastown.
The road effectively functions as an outer distributor, easing pressure on inner suburban routes and contributing to the overall connectivity of the Greater Dublin Area's road network.