How far is it from Caldback to Papil?

The distance between Caldback and Papil is 61 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Caldback to Papil?

The drive from Caldback to Papil takes approximately 2 h 55 min by car.

What is the best route from Caldback to Papil?

The fastest route from Caldback to Papil covers 61 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 55 min.

Which direction is Papil from Caldback?

Papil lies roughly to the south of Caldback.

Which roads does the route from Caldback to Papil follow?

The drive from Caldback to Papil mainly follows A968, A970.

Are there charging stations between Caldback and Papil?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Caldback to Papil, 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.

Caldback Papil

Distance: 61 miDuration: 2 h 55 min

Driving from Caldback to Papil takes about 2 h 55 min via A968. The distance is 61 mi. The straight-line distance is 49 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Clivocast, West Sandwick, Gonfirth, Garthspool, Fladdabister. Driving directions

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Driving directions10 · 61 mi

1 Depart 6 mi
2 Continue straight 2 mi
3 Continue straight 18 mi
4 Continue straight 3 mi
5 Continue straight 10 mi
6 At end of road, turn left 15 mi
7 Turn right 3 mi
8 Turn left 4 mi

9 Turn left 3 mi
10 Arrive

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The return trip from Papil to Caldback covers roughly the same distance, 61 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

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Papil → Stanydale26 mi · 55 min Papil → Sandwick, Shetland Islands20 mi · 40 min Papil → Cauldhame, Shetland Islands6 mi · 20 min Papil → Ringasta28 mi · 55 min Papil → Bardister39 mi · 1 h 10 min Papil → Gulberwick11 mi · 30 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 6 October 2026.

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How far is it from Caldback to Papil?: The distance between Caldback and Papil is 61 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Caldback to Papil?: The drive from Caldback to Papil takes approximately 2 h 55 min by car.
What is the best route from Caldback to Papil?: The fastest route from Caldback to Papil covers 61 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 55 min.
Which direction is Papil from Caldback?: Papil lies roughly to the south of Caldback.
Which roads does the route from Caldback to Papil follow?: The drive from Caldback to Papil mainly follows A968, A970.
Are there charging stations between Caldback and Papil?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Caldback to Papil, 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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