How far is it from Clardon to Orphir?

The distance between Clardon and Orphir is 54 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Clardon to Orphir?

The drive from Clardon to Orphir takes approximately 1 h 55 min by car.

What is the best route from Clardon to Orphir?

The fastest route from Clardon to Orphir covers 54 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 55 min.

Which direction is Orphir from Clardon?

Orphir lies roughly to the north-east of Clardon.

Are there charging stations between Clardon and Orphir?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Clardon to Orphir, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 38.

Clardon Orphir

Distance: 54 miDuration: 1 h 55 min

Driving from Clardon to Orphir takes about 1 h 55 min via Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry. The distance is 54 mi. The straight-line distance is 27 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Rackwick, Orkney Islands, West Canisbay, Eastside, Orkney Islands, Nether Button, Scapa. Driving directions

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Driving directions17 · 54 mi

1 Depart onto Folly Road 1 mi
2 Turn left onto Castletown Road 3 mi
3 Turn straight onto Main Street 11 mi
4 Turn left onto Gills Pier Road 1 mi
5 Turn right 152 yd
6 Continue straight onto Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry 18 mi
7 Continue straight 43 yd
8 Turn left onto Pier Road 1 mi

9 Continue straight onto Ontoft Road 125 yd
10 Turn right onto Cromarty Square 68 yd
11 Continue straight onto Saint Margaret's Road 1 mi
12 Turn left 14 mi
13 Turn slightly left onto Holm Branch Road 1 mi
14 At roundabout, take exit left onto Foreland Road 1 mi
15 Continue slightly left onto Old Scapa Road 1 mi
16 Continue straight 6 mi
17 Arrive left

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The return trip from Orphir to Clardon covers roughly the same distance, 54 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

38 chargers

John O'groats, WickJohn O'groats, Wick, KW1 4YX75 kW
Church Road, St. Margaret's HopeChurch Road, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SR50 kW
Ferry Road, StromnessFerry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3AD50 kW
Gill's Pier Road, Gill's BayGill's Pier Road, Gill's Bay, Highland, KW1 4YB50 kW
Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Gills Bay
Ferry Terminals
St Margaret's Hope Port
Ferry Terminals
Houton Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminals
Stromness Port
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Orphir → Hatston9 mi · 15 min Orphir → Scapa7 mi · 10 min Orphir → Smerquoy8 mi · 15 min Orphir → Netherbrough11 mi · 25 min Orphir → Voy13 mi · 20 min Orphir → Saint Mary's13 mi · 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 October 2026.

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How far is it from Clardon to Orphir?: The distance between Clardon and Orphir is 54 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Clardon to Orphir?: The drive from Clardon to Orphir takes approximately 1 h 55 min by car.
What is the best route from Clardon to Orphir?: The fastest route from Clardon to Orphir covers 54 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 55 min.
Which direction is Orphir from Clardon?: Orphir lies roughly to the north-east of Clardon.
Are there charging stations between Clardon and Orphir?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Clardon to Orphir, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 38.

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