How far is it from Baliasta to Twatt?

The distance between Baliasta and Twatt is 54 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Baliasta to Twatt?

The drive from Baliasta to Twatt takes approximately 2 h 40 min by car.

What is the best route from Baliasta to Twatt?

The fastest route from Baliasta to Twatt covers 54 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 40 min.

Which direction is Twatt from Baliasta?

Twatt lies roughly to the south-west of Baliasta.

Which roads does the route from Baliasta to Twatt follow?

The drive from Baliasta to Twatt mainly follows A968.

Are there charging stations between Baliasta and Twatt?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Baliasta to Twatt, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 25.

Baliasta Twatt

Distance: 54 miDuration: 2 h 40 min

Driving from Baliasta to Twatt takes about 2 h 40 min via A968. The distance is 54 mi. The straight-line distance is 39 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Belmont, Shetland Islands, Setter, Gletness, Girlsta. Driving directions

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Driving directions14 · 54 mi

1 Depart right 1 mi
2 Continue straight 1 mi
3 Turn right 7 mi
4 Continue straight 2 mi
5 Continue straight 18 mi
6 Continue straight 3 mi
7 Continue straight 10 mi
8 At end of road, turn left 6 mi

9 Turn right onto B9075 4 mi
10 At end of road, turn right 6 mi
11 Turn right 1 mi
12 Turn left 1 mi
13 Turn left 97 yd
14 Arrive straight

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The return trip from Twatt to Baliasta covers roughly the same distance, 54 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

25 chargers

Gilbertson Road, LerwickGilbertson Road, Lerwick, Shetland Islands, ZE1 0HN50 kW
Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, YellUlsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell, ZE2 9BD50 kW
14 Commercial Road, Shetland14 Commercial Road, Shetland, ZE2 9NA22 kW
Albert Building, LerwickAlbert Building, Lerwick, ZE1 0LL22 kW
Bixter Car Park, BixterBixter Car Park, Bixter, Shetland Islands, ZE2 9NN22 kW

EV Charging Points

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Twatt → Braewick, Shetland Islands5 mi · 15 min Twatt → Semblister5 mi · 10 min Twatt → Garderhouse7 mi · 15 min Twatt → Weisdale7 mi · 15 min Twatt → Tresta, Shetland Islands4 mi · 10 min Twatt → Gruting6 mi · 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Baliasta to Twatt?: The distance between Baliasta and Twatt is 54 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Baliasta to Twatt?: The drive from Baliasta to Twatt takes approximately 2 h 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Baliasta to Twatt?: The fastest route from Baliasta to Twatt covers 54 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 40 min.
Which direction is Twatt from Baliasta?: Twatt lies roughly to the south-west of Baliasta.
Which roads does the route from Baliasta to Twatt follow?: The drive from Baliasta to Twatt mainly follows A968.
Are there charging stations between Baliasta and Twatt?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Baliasta to Twatt, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 25.

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