How far is it from Caldback to Saltness?

The distance between Caldback and Saltness is 48 mi by road.

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

The drive from Caldback to Saltness takes approximately 4 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Caldback to Saltness?

The fastest route from Caldback to Saltness covers 48 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 5 min.

Which direction is Saltness from Caldback?

Saltness lies roughly to the south of Caldback.

Which roads does the route from Caldback to Saltness follow?

The drive from Caldback to Saltness mainly follows A968.

Are there charging stations between Caldback and Saltness?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Caldback to Saltness, including Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Bixter Car Park, Bixter (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 8.

Caldback Saltness

Distance: 48 miDuration: 4 h 5 min

Driving from Caldback to Saltness takes about 4 h 5 min via A968. The distance is 48 mi. The straight-line distance is 28 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Uyeasound, West Sandwick, Firth, Hamnavoe, Shetland Islands 2. Driving directions

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Driving directions12 · 48 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 1 mi
7 Turn left 4 mi
8 Turn right 1 mi

9 Continue straight 6 mi
10 Continue straight 1 mi
11 Turn left 51 yd
12 Arrive

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The return trip from Saltness to Caldback covers roughly the same distance, 48 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

8 chargers

Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, YellUlsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell, ZE2 9BD50 kW
14 Commercial Road, Shetland14 Commercial Road, Shetland, ZE2 9NA22 kW
Bixter Car Park, BixterBixter Car Park, Bixter, Shetland Islands, ZE2 9NN22 kW
Skelladale, BraeSkelladale, Brae, ZE2 9QJ22 kW
Unst Leisure Centre, BaltasoundUnst Leisure Centre, Baltasound, Shetland Islands, ZE2 9DY22 kW

EV Charging Points

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Saltness → Swining10 mi · 2 h Saltness → Clousta26 mi · 2 h 20 min Saltness → Kirkabister, Shetland Islands10 mi · 2 h Saltness → Voe, Shetland Islands 211 mi · 1 h 55 min Saltness → Sound, Shetland Islands 219 mi · 2 h 10 min Saltness → Levaneap10 mi · 2 h

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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 Caldback to Saltness?: The distance between Caldback and Saltness is 48 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Caldback to Saltness?: The drive from Caldback to Saltness takes approximately 4 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Caldback to Saltness?: The fastest route from Caldback to Saltness covers 48 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 5 min.
Which direction is Saltness from Caldback?: Saltness lies roughly to the south of Caldback.
Which roads does the route from Caldback to Saltness follow?: The drive from Caldback to Saltness mainly follows A968.
Are there charging stations between Caldback and Saltness?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Caldback to Saltness, including Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Bixter Car Park, Bixter (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 8.

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