How far is it from Cairston to Stromness?

The distance between Cairston and Stromness is 2 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Cairston to Stromness?

The drive from Cairston to Stromness takes approximately 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Cairston to Stromness?

The fastest route from Cairston to Stromness covers 2 mi with a driving time of approximately 5 min.

Which direction is Stromness from Cairston?

Stromness lies roughly to the south-west of Cairston.

Are there charging stations between Cairston and Stromness?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Cairston to Stromness, including Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Stromness Ferry Terminal, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 11.

Cairston Stromness

Distance: 2 miDuration: 5 min

Driving from Cairston to Stromness takes about 5 min via Howe Road. The distance is 2 mi. The straight-line distance is 2 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions5 · 2 mi

1 Depart onto Bu Road 3 yd
2 Turn left onto Howe Road 1 mi
3 Continue straight onto Cairston Road 1 mi
4 At roundabout, take exit left onto Ferry Road 1 mi
5 Arrive onto Ferry Road

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The return trip from Stromness to Cairston covers roughly the same distance, 2 mi.

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Charging points along the way

11 chargers

Dounby Primary School, DounbyDounby Primary School, Dounby, Orkney Islands, KW17 2JA50 kW
Ferry Road, StromnessFerry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3AD50 kW
Stromness Ferry Terminal, StromnessStromness Ferry Terminal, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3BH50 kW
63 John Street, Stromness63 John Street, Stromness, KW16 3AD22 kW
Houton Ferry Terminal, OrkneyHouton Ferry Terminal, Orkney, KW17 2RD22 kW

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Stromness → Ireland, Orkney Islands6 mi · 10 min Stromness → Hestwall6 mi · 10 min Stromness → Melsetter21 mi · 2 h 25 min Stromness → Ruthers of Howe58 mi · 2 h 10 min Stromness → Stenness5 mi · 10 min Stromness → Clouston5 mi · 10 min

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How far is it from Cairston to Stromness?: The distance between Cairston and Stromness is 2 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cairston to Stromness?: The drive from Cairston to Stromness takes approximately 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Cairston to Stromness?: The fastest route from Cairston to Stromness covers 2 mi with a driving time of approximately 5 min.
Which direction is Stromness from Cairston?: Stromness lies roughly to the south-west of Cairston.
Are there charging stations between Cairston and Stromness?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Cairston to Stromness, including Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Stromness Ferry Terminal, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 11.

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