How far is it from Lerwick to Veensgarth?

The distance between Lerwick and Veensgarth is 10 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Lerwick to Veensgarth?

The drive from Lerwick to Veensgarth takes approximately 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Lerwick to Veensgarth?

The fastest route from Lerwick to Veensgarth covers 10 km with a driving time of approximately 15 min.

Which direction is Veensgarth from Lerwick?

Veensgarth lies roughly to the north-west of Lerwick.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Lerwick and Veensgarth?

Along the route from Lerwick to Veensgarth you can fill up at Sound Service Station, Leasks Filling Station. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Lerwick and Veensgarth?

On the route from Lerwick to Veensgarth you can take a break at Esplanade Public Toilets.

Lerwick Veensgarth

Distance: 10 kmDrive time: 15 min

Driving from Lerwick to Veensgarth takes about 15 min via A970. The distance is 10 km. The straight-line distance is 6 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions12 · 10 km

1 Depart straight 70 m
2 Turn right onto Hill Lane 93 m
3 Turn right onto Hillhead 66 m
4 Continue straight onto Market Street 331 m
5 At end of road, turn left onto Commercial Road 307 m
6 Turn right onto Garthspool Road 121 m
7 Continue left 230 m
8 At roundabout, take exit right onto Holmsgarth Road 893 m

9 At roundabout, take exit right onto Gremista Road 7 km
10 Turn left 831 m
11 Turn right 56 m
12 Arrive right

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The return trip from Veensgarth to Lerwick covers roughly the same distance, 10 km.

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How far is it from Lerwick to Veensgarth?: The distance between Lerwick and Veensgarth is 10 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Lerwick to Veensgarth?: The drive from Lerwick to Veensgarth takes approximately 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Lerwick to Veensgarth?: The fastest route from Lerwick to Veensgarth covers 10 km with a driving time of approximately 15 min.
Which direction is Veensgarth from Lerwick?: Veensgarth lies roughly to the north-west of Lerwick.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Lerwick and Veensgarth?: Along the route from Lerwick to Veensgarth you can fill up at Sound Service Station, Leasks Filling Station. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Lerwick and Veensgarth?: On the route from Lerwick to Veensgarth you can take a break at Esplanade Public Toilets.

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