How far is it from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY)?

The distance between Gorseness and Westray Airport (WRY) is 68 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY)?

The drive from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) takes approximately 7 h by car.

What is the best route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY)?

The fastest route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) covers 68 km with a driving time of approximately 7 h.

Which direction is Westray Airport (WRY) from Gorseness?

Westray Airport (WRY) lies roughly to the north of Gorseness.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Gorseness and Westray Airport (WRY)?

Along the route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) you can fill up at Ayre Service Station (24/7), W I Rendall. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Gorseness and Westray Airport (WRY)?

Along the route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) you can stop for the night or service your van at Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre, Chalmersquoy Camping.

Where can I stop to rest between Gorseness and Westray Airport (WRY)?

On the route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) you can take a break at Ferry Waiting Room and Public Toilets.

Gorseness Westray Airport (WRY)

Distance: 68 kmDrive time: 7 h

Driving from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) takes about 7 h via Kirkwall - Westray. The distance is 68 km. The straight-line distance is 33 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Crookness, Blackhill, Orkney Islands, Kirkwall. Driving directions

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Driving directions17 · 68 km

1 Depart straight 56 m
2 Turn left 82 m
3 Turn right onto Hinderayre Road 280 m
4 Turn left onto Gorseness Road 4 km
5 At end of road, turn left 6 km
6 At end of road, turn left 8 km
7 Turn straight 3 km
8 At roundabout, take exit slightly right onto Ayre Road 649 m

9 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Harbour Street 197 m
10 Turn left 198 m
11 Turn left 101 m
12 Turn straight onto Kirkwall - Westray 31 km
13 Continue straight 206 m
14 At end of road, turn right 13 km
15 Turn left onto Rackwick Road 22 m
16 Turn slightly right onto Aikerness Road 4 km
17 Arrive straight

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The return trip from Westray Airport (WRY) to Gorseness covers roughly the same distance, 68 km.

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How far is it from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY)?: The distance between Gorseness and Westray Airport (WRY) is 68 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY)?: The drive from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) takes approximately 7 h by car.
What is the best route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY)?: The fastest route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) covers 68 km with a driving time of approximately 7 h.
Which direction is Westray Airport (WRY) from Gorseness?: Westray Airport (WRY) lies roughly to the north of Gorseness.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Gorseness and Westray Airport (WRY)?: Along the route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) you can fill up at Ayre Service Station (24/7), W I Rendall. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Gorseness and Westray Airport (WRY)?: Along the route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) you can stop for the night or service your van at Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre, Chalmersquoy Camping.
Where can I stop to rest between Gorseness and Westray Airport (WRY)?: On the route from Gorseness to Westray Airport (WRY) you can take a break at Ferry Waiting Room and Public Toilets.

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