How far is it from Balfour GB to Nybster?

The distance between Balfour GB and Nybster is 50 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Balfour GB to Nybster?

The drive from Balfour GB to Nybster takes approximately 3 h 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Balfour GB to Nybster?

The fastest route from Balfour GB to Nybster covers 50 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 10 min.

Which direction is Nybster from Balfour GB?

Nybster lies roughly to the south of Balfour GB.

Are there charging stations between Balfour GB and Nybster?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Balfour GB to Nybster, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); 3 Victoria Place, Wick (50 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 36.

Balfour GB Nybster

Distance: 50 miDuration: 3 h 10 min

Driving from Balfour GB to Nybster takes about 3 h 10 min via Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry. The distance is 50 mi. The straight-line distance is 34 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Blackhill, Orkney Islands, Saint Mary's, Northtown, Burwick, Huna. Driving directions

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Driving directions23 · 50 mi

1 Depart 1 mi
2 Turn left 65 yd
3 Continue slightly right onto Kirkwall - Shapinsay 5 mi
4 Continue slightly right 36 yd
5 Turn right 96 yd
6 At end of road, turn left onto Ayre Road 69 yd
7 At roundabout, take exit right onto Junction Road 1 mi
8 Turn left onto Castle Street 1 mi
9 Turn left onto Palace Road 1 mi
10 Continue slightly right onto Dundas Crescent 1 mi
11 Continue straight onto Bignold Park Road 1 mi
12 Turn right onto Holm Road 14 mi
13 Turn right onto Saint Margaret's Road 1 mi

14 Turn left onto Ontoft Road 125 yd
15 Continue straight onto Pier Road 1 mi
16 Turn right 43 yd
17 Continue straight onto Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry 18 mi
18 Continue straight 158 yd
19 Continue straight onto Gills Pier Road 1 mi
20 At end of road, turn left 4 mi
21 At end of road, turn right 7 mi
22 Turn right onto Stroupster Road 1 mi
23 Arrive onto Stroupster Road

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The return trip from Nybster to Balfour GB covers roughly the same distance, 50 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

36 chargers

John O'groats, WickJohn O'groats, Wick, KW1 4YX75 kW
3 Victoria Place, Wick3 Victoria Place, Wick, KW1 4AP50 kW
Church Road, St. Margaret's HopeChurch Road, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SR50 kW
Gill's Pier Road, Gill's BayGill's Pier Road, Gill's Bay, Highland, KW1 4YB50 kW
Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Gills Bay
Ferry Terminals
St Margaret's Hope Port
Ferry Terminals
Kirkwall Port
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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 3 September 2026.

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How far is it from Balfour GB to Nybster?: The distance between Balfour GB and Nybster is 50 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Balfour GB to Nybster?: The drive from Balfour GB to Nybster takes approximately 3 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Balfour GB to Nybster?: The fastest route from Balfour GB to Nybster covers 50 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 10 min.
Which direction is Nybster from Balfour GB?: Nybster lies roughly to the south of Balfour GB.
Are there charging stations between Balfour GB and Nybster?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Balfour GB to Nybster, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); 3 Victoria Place, Wick (50 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 36.

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