How far is it from Braeswick to Burroughston?

The distance between Braeswick and Burroughston is 32 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Braeswick to Burroughston?

The drive from Braeswick to Burroughston takes approximately 8 h by car.

What is the best route from Braeswick to Burroughston?

The fastest route from Braeswick to Burroughston covers 32 mi with a driving time of approximately 8 h.

Which direction is Burroughston from Braeswick?

Burroughston lies roughly to the south-west of Braeswick.

Are there charging stations between Braeswick and Burroughston?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Braeswick to Burroughston, including Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW); Great Western Road South, Kirkwall (50 kW); Pickaquoy RD, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 23.

Braeswick Burroughston

Distance: 32 miDuration: 8 h

Driving from Braeswick to Burroughston takes about 8 h via Kirkwall - Eday. The distance is 32 mi. The straight-line distance is 11 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Kirkwall, Balfour GB, Burroughston. Driving directions

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Driving directions20 · 32 mi

1 Depart 2 mi
2 Keep straight 1 mi
3 Continue straight onto Eday - Sanday 4 mi
4 Turn left onto Kirkwall - Eday 17 mi
5 Continue straight 67 yd
6 Turn left 44 yd
7 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
8 Turn right onto Shore Street 70 yd
9 Continue straight onto Harbour Street 120 yd
10 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Ayre Road 96 yd
11 Turn right 18 yd
12 Turn slightly right 77 yd
13 Turn left 36 yd

14 Continue slightly left onto Kirkwall - Shapinsay 5 mi
15 Continue slightly left 65 yd
16 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
17 Turn left onto North End Road 5 mi
18 Turn right 1 mi
19 Continue straight 1 mi
20 Arrive

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The return trip from Burroughston to Braeswick covers roughly the same distance, 32 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

23 chargers

Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX50 kW
Great Western Road South, KirkwallGreat Western Road South, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1AN50 kW
Pickaquoy RD, KirkwallPickaquoy RD, Kirkwall, KW15 1RP50 kW
Pickaquoy Road, KirkwallPickaquoy Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1RP50 kW
Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX22 kW

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Top attractions along the route

Kirkwall Port
Ferry Terminals

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Burroughston → Scarfskerry50 mi · 3 h 10 min Burroughston → St Ola, Orkney Islands 212 mi · 1 h 40 min Burroughston → Nether Button16 mi · 1 h 45 min Burroughston → Heddle18 mi · 1 h 50 min Burroughston → Clestrain21 mi · 1 h 50 min Burroughston → Appietown22 mi · 1 h 50 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 Braeswick to Burroughston?: The distance between Braeswick and Burroughston is 32 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Braeswick to Burroughston?: The drive from Braeswick to Burroughston takes approximately 8 h by car.
What is the best route from Braeswick to Burroughston?: The fastest route from Braeswick to Burroughston covers 32 mi with a driving time of approximately 8 h.
Which direction is Burroughston from Braeswick?: Burroughston lies roughly to the south-west of Braeswick.
Are there charging stations between Braeswick and Burroughston?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Braeswick to Burroughston, including Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW); Great Western Road South, Kirkwall (50 kW); Pickaquoy RD, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 23.

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