How far is it from Alterwall to Redland?

The distance between Alterwall and Redland is 54 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Alterwall to Redland?

The drive from Alterwall to Redland takes approximately 2 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Alterwall to Redland?

The fastest route from Alterwall to Redland covers 54 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 5 min.

Which direction is Redland from Alterwall?

Redland lies roughly to the north of Alterwall.

Are there charging stations between Alterwall and Redland?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Alterwall to Redland, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 39.

Alterwall Redland

Distance: 54 miDuration: 2 h 5 min

Driving from Alterwall to Redland takes about 2 h 5 min via Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry. The distance is 54 mi. The straight-line distance is 38 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Brabstermire, Grimness, Saint Mary's, Balfour GB, Gorseness. Driving directions

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Driving directions26 · 54 mi

1 Depart 6 mi
2 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
3 Turn left 1 mi
4 At end of road, turn left 1 mi
5 Turn right onto Gills Pier Road 1 mi
6 Turn right 152 yd
7 Continue straight onto Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry 18 mi
8 Continue straight 43 yd
9 Turn left onto Pier Road 1 mi
10 Continue straight onto Ontoft Road 125 yd
11 Turn right onto Cromarty Square 68 yd
12 Continue straight onto Saint Margaret's Road 1 mi
13 Turn left 14 mi

14 Continue right onto Holm Road 1 mi
15 At end of road, turn left onto Bignold Park Road 1 mi
16 Continue straight onto Dundas Crescent 1 mi
17 Turn slightly left onto Palace Road 1 mi
18 Continue left onto Castle Street 130 yd
19 Turn right onto Junction Road 1 mi
20 At roundabout, take exit left onto Ayre Road 1 mi
21 At roundabout, take exit slightly left onto Hatston Brae 7 mi
22 Turn right 7 mi
23 Turn right onto Woodwick Road 1 mi
24 Turn left 1 mi
25 Keep slightly right 1 mi
26 Arrive left

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The return trip from Redland to Alterwall covers roughly the same distance, 54 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

39 chargers

John O'groats, WickJohn O'groats, Wick, KW1 4YX75 kW
Church Road, St. Margaret's HopeChurch Road, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SR50 kW
Dounby Primary School, DounbyDounby Primary School, Dounby, Orkney Islands, KW17 2JA50 kW
Ferry Road, StromnessFerry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3AD50 kW
Gill's Pier Road, Gill's BayGill's Pier Road, Gill's Bay, Highland, KW1 4YB50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Gills Bay
Ferry Terminals
St Margaret's Hope Port
Ferry Terminals
Houton Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminals
Kirkwall Port
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Popular destinations close by

Redland → Houton19 mi · 35 min Redland → Kirkwall Airport (KOI)18 mi · 30 min Redland → Southtown, Orkney Islands27 mi · 45 min Redland → Kirkwall15 mi · 25 min Redland → Midland19 mi · 30 min Redland → Widewall31 mi · 50 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 October 2026.

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How far is it from Alterwall to Redland?: The distance between Alterwall and Redland is 54 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Alterwall to Redland?: The drive from Alterwall to Redland takes approximately 2 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Alterwall to Redland?: The fastest route from Alterwall to Redland covers 54 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 5 min.
Which direction is Redland from Alterwall?: Redland lies roughly to the north of Alterwall.
Are there charging stations between Alterwall and Redland?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Alterwall to Redland, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 39.

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