How far is it from Settiscarth to Sortat?

The distance between Settiscarth and Sortat is 85 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Settiscarth to Sortat?

The drive from Settiscarth to Sortat takes approximately 2 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Settiscarth to Sortat?

The fastest route from Settiscarth to Sortat covers 85 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 5 min.

Which direction is Sortat from Settiscarth?

Sortat lies roughly to the south of Settiscarth.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Settiscarth and Sortat?

Along the route from Settiscarth to Sortat you can fill up at Ayre Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Settiscarth and Sortat?

Along the route from Settiscarth to Sortat you can stop for the night or service your van at Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre, Ferry View Campsite.

Settiscarth Sortat

Distance: 85 kmDrive time: 2 h 5 min

Driving from Settiscarth to Sortat takes about 2 h 5 min via Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry. The distance is 85 km. The straight-line distance is 57 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Crookness, Blackhill, Orkney Islands, Scapa, Burray Village, Nybster. Driving directions

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Driving directions24 · 85 km

1 Depart onto Lyde Road 2 km
2 At end of road, turn right 5 km
3 At end of road, turn left 8 km
4 Turn straight 3 km
5 At roundabout, take exit slightly right onto Ayre Road 649 m
6 At roundabout, take exit right onto Junction Road 258 m
7 Turn left onto Castle Street 215 m
8 Turn left onto Palace Road 271 m
9 Continue slightly right onto Dundas Crescent 331 m
10 Continue straight onto Bignold Park Road 233 m
11 Turn right onto Holm Road 23 km
12 Turn right onto Saint Margaret's Road 596 m
13 Turn left onto Ontoft Road 114 m

14 Continue straight onto Pier Road 603 m
15 Turn right 39 m
16 Continue straight onto Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry 29 km
17 Continue straight 144 m
18 Continue straight onto Gills Pier Road 342 m
19 At end of road, turn right 518 m
20 Turn left 863 m
21 At end of road, turn left 816 m
22 Turn right 10 km
23 Turn left 878 m
24 Arrive 0 m

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The return trip from Sortat to Settiscarth covers roughly the same distance, 85 km.

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How far is it from Settiscarth to Sortat?: The distance between Settiscarth and Sortat is 85 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Settiscarth to Sortat?: The drive from Settiscarth to Sortat takes approximately 2 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Settiscarth to Sortat?: The fastest route from Settiscarth to Sortat covers 85 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 5 min.
Which direction is Sortat from Settiscarth?: Sortat lies roughly to the south of Settiscarth.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Settiscarth and Sortat?: Along the route from Settiscarth to Sortat you can fill up at Ayre Service Station (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Settiscarth and Sortat?: Along the route from Settiscarth to Sortat you can stop for the night or service your van at Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre, Ferry View Campsite.

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