How far is it from Cullivoe to Swinister?

The distance between Cullivoe and Swinister is 60 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Cullivoe to Swinister?

The drive from Cullivoe to Swinister takes approximately 2 h 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Cullivoe to Swinister?

The fastest route from Cullivoe to Swinister covers 60 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 25 min.

Which direction is Swinister from Cullivoe?

Swinister lies roughly to the south of Cullivoe.

Which roads does the route from Cullivoe to Swinister follow?

The drive from Cullivoe to Swinister mainly follows A968, A970.

Are there charging stations between Cullivoe and Swinister?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Cullivoe to Swinister, 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.

Cullivoe Swinister

Distance: 60 miDuration: 2 h 25 min

Driving from Cullivoe to Swinister takes about 2 h 25 min via A968. The distance is 60 mi. The straight-line distance is 49 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in West Sandwick, Hamnavoe, Shetland Islands 2, Breiwick, Fladdabister. Driving directions

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Driving directions12 · 60 mi

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

9 At end of road, turn right 10 mi
10 Turn left 1 mi
11 Turn left 1 mi
12 Arrive onto Brakefield Road

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The return trip from Swinister to Cullivoe covers roughly the same distance, 60 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

EV Charging Points

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Swinister → Cannygates5 mi · 10 min Swinister → Hamnavoe, Shetland Islands17 mi · 30 min Swinister → Norbister19 mi · 35 min Swinister → Setter42 mi · 1 h 55 min Swinister → Sellafirth56 mi · 2 h 15 min Swinister → Rerwick6 mi · 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 5 October 2026.

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How far is it from Cullivoe to Swinister?: The distance between Cullivoe and Swinister is 60 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cullivoe to Swinister?: The drive from Cullivoe to Swinister takes approximately 2 h 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Cullivoe to Swinister?: The fastest route from Cullivoe to Swinister covers 60 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 25 min.
Which direction is Swinister from Cullivoe?: Swinister lies roughly to the south of Cullivoe.
Which roads does the route from Cullivoe to Swinister follow?: The drive from Cullivoe to Swinister mainly follows A968, A970.
Are there charging stations between Cullivoe and Swinister?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Cullivoe to Swinister, 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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