How far is it from Cleat to Quoyness?

The distance between Cleat and Quoyness is 46 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Cleat to Quoyness?

The drive from Cleat to Quoyness takes approximately 3 h by car.

What is the best route from Cleat to Quoyness?

The fastest route from Cleat to Quoyness covers 46 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h.

Which direction is Quoyness from Cleat?

Quoyness lies roughly to the north-west of Cleat.

Which roads does the route from Cleat to Quoyness follow?

The drive from Cleat to Quoyness mainly follows A961.

Are there charging stations between Cleat and Quoyness?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Cleat to Quoyness, 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: 33.

Cleat Quoyness

Distance: 46 miDuration: 3 h

Driving from Cleat to Quoyness takes about 3 h via A961. The distance is 46 mi. The straight-line distance is 18 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Eastside, Orkney Islands, Nether Button, Scapa, Ireland, Orkney Islands, Navershaw. Driving directions

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Driving directions17 · 46 mi

1 Depart onto Cleat Road 2 mi
2 At end of road, turn right 20 mi
3 Turn slightly left onto Holm Branch Road 1 mi
4 At roundabout, take exit left onto Foreland Road 1 mi
5 Continue slightly left onto Old Scapa Road 1 mi
6 Continue straight 8 mi
7 Continue straight 2 mi
8 Turn left onto Houton Road 1 mi

9 Turn left 1 mi
10 Turn slightly right 176 yd
11 Turn straight onto Houton - Lyness 6 mi
12 Continue straight 1 mi
13 Turn left 1 mi
14 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
15 Turn left 8 mi
16 Turn right 1 mi
17 Arrive

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The return trip from Quoyness to Cleat covers roughly the same distance, 46 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

33 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
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

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

St Margaret's Hope Port
Ferry Terminals
Houton Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminals
Stromness Port
Ferry Terminals

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Quoyness → Petertown17 mi · 2 h 15 min Quoyness → Lyness9 mi · 20 min Quoyness → Brims14 mi · 30 min Quoyness → Orphir18 mi · 2 h 20 min Quoyness → Ireland, Orkney Islands20 mi · 2 h 25 min Quoyness → Cairston22 mi · 2 h 30 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Cleat to Quoyness?: The distance between Cleat and Quoyness is 46 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cleat to Quoyness?: The drive from Cleat to Quoyness takes approximately 3 h by car.
What is the best route from Cleat to Quoyness?: The fastest route from Cleat to Quoyness covers 46 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h.
Which direction is Quoyness from Cleat?: Quoyness lies roughly to the north-west of Cleat.
Which roads does the route from Cleat to Quoyness follow?: The drive from Cleat to Quoyness mainly follows A961.
Are there charging stations between Cleat and Quoyness?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Cleat to Quoyness, 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: 33.

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