Republic of Ireland
M2 / N2 (Dublin–Ashbourne–Monaghan) Recovery
The Dublin–Ashbourne–Monaghan route — recovery on the M2/N2.
The M2 and N2 run north from Dublin through Finglas, Ashbourne and Slane toward Monaghan and the border. The route mixes fast dual-carriageway with busy town approaches and rural sections. Franks Recovery covers the M2/N2 corridor through Meath and toward the border.
Where the M2 / N2 runs
From the M50 (J3) at Ballymun, north through Finglas and Ashbourne, continuing as the N2 through Slane, Ardee and Carrickmacross toward Monaghan.
Key locations along the route
Finglas • Ashbourne • Slane • Ardee • Carrickmacross • Monaghan
Common M2 / N2 incidents
- • The Slane bends and river crossing are a well-known incident blackspot.
- • Commuter-hour congestion around Ashbourne increases minor collisions.
- • Rural N2 sections see weather-related and single-vehicle callouts.
Recovery at every M2 / N2 junction
Broken down on the M2 / N2? Tell us your nearest junction and direction of travel — we dispatch 24/7 to any point on the route.
What to do if you break down on the M2 / N2
- 1. Get off the live lane. Pull onto the hard shoulder as far left as possible and switch on your hazard lights immediately.
- 2. Exit on the passenger side. Leave the vehicle away from traffic, climb behind the safety barrier, and keep passengers and pets with you.
- 3. Note your location. Check the nearest junction number and the marker posts on the hard shoulder — they show your exact position and direction.
- 4. Call Franks Recovery. Phone 087 446 7887 or WhatsApp us with your junction and direction — we dispatch straight away.
- 5. Never attempt repairs on a live motorway. Do not stand between your car and moving traffic or try roadside fixes in a running lane.
Counties along the M2 / N2
The M2 / N2 passes through these counties — open a county page for local town-by-town recovery coverage.
M2 / N2 recovery — frequently asked questions
Do you cover the N2 toward the border?
Yes. Franks Recovery covers the M2/N2 from Dublin through Ashbourne and Slane toward Ardee, Carrickmacross and Monaghan.
Can you help near Ashbourne or Slane?
Yes. Ashbourne (J3) and the Slane area are part of our core N2 coverage. Call or WhatsApp with your location and direction of travel.
What should I do if I break down on the N2?
Pull over as far as possible, switch on hazard lights, and call or WhatsApp us with your nearest town or landmark.
Broken down on the M2 / N2? Call now.
Franks Recovery dispatches 24/7 across the M2 / N2 and every junction on the route.