How far is it from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI)?

The distance between Birsay and Eday Airport (EOI) is 63 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI)?

The drive from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) takes approximately 5 h 50 min by car.

What is the best route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI)?

The fastest route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) covers 63 km with a driving time of approximately 5 h 50 min.

Which direction is Eday Airport (EOI) from Birsay?

Eday Airport (EOI) lies roughly to the east of Birsay.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Birsay and Eday Airport (EOI)?

Along the route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) you can fill up at Asda Express, Ayre Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Birsay and Eday Airport (EOI)?

Along the route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) you can stop for the night or service your van at Birsay Hostel & Campsite, Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre.

Where can I stop to rest between Birsay and Eday Airport (EOI)?

On the route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) you can take a break at Ferry Waiting Room and Public Toilets.

Birsay Eday Airport (EOI)

Distance: 63 kmDrive time: 5 h 50 min

Driving from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) takes about 5 h 50 min via Kirkwall - Eday. The distance is 63 km. The straight-line distance is 32 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Tronston, Stenness, Germiston GB, Blackhill, Orkney Islands, Balfour GB. Driving directions

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Driving directions14 · 63 km

1 Depart left 36 m
2 At end of road, turn right 5 km
3 Continue straight 14 km
4 At end of road, turn left 11 km
5 Turn straight 3 km
6 At roundabout, take exit slightly right onto Ayre Road 649 m
7 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Harbour Street 197 m
8 Turn left 198 m

9 Turn left 101 m
10 Turn straight onto Kirkwall - Eday 27 km
11 Continue straight 120 m
12 Turn right 2 km
13 Turn right 4 km
14 Arrive left

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The return trip from Eday Airport (EOI) to Birsay covers roughly the same distance, 63 km.

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How far is it from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI)?: The distance between Birsay and Eday Airport (EOI) is 63 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI)?: The drive from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) takes approximately 5 h 50 min by car.
What is the best route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI)?: The fastest route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) covers 63 km with a driving time of approximately 5 h 50 min.
Which direction is Eday Airport (EOI) from Birsay?: Eday Airport (EOI) lies roughly to the east of Birsay.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Birsay and Eday Airport (EOI)?: Along the route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) you can fill up at Asda Express, Ayre Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Birsay and Eday Airport (EOI)?: Along the route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) you can stop for the night or service your van at Birsay Hostel & Campsite, Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre.
Where can I stop to rest between Birsay and Eday Airport (EOI)?: On the route from Birsay to Eday Airport (EOI) you can take a break at Ferry Waiting Room and Public Toilets.

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