How far is it from Durran to Houton?

The distance between Durran and Houton is 57 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Durran to Houton?

The drive from Durran to Houton takes approximately 2 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Durran to Houton?

The fastest route from Durran to Houton covers 57 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 5 min.

Which direction is Houton from Durran?

Houton lies roughly to the north of Durran.

Are there charging stations between Durran and Houton?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Durran to Houton, 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.

Durran Houton

Distance: 57 miDuration: 2 h 5 min

Driving from Durran to Houton takes about 2 h 5 min via Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry. The distance is 57 mi. The straight-line distance is 27 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Lyth, East Canisbay, Nether Button, Scapa, Ireland, Orkney Islands. Driving directions

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Driving directions21 · 57 mi

1 Depart 3 mi
2 At end of road, turn right 2 mi
3 At end of road, turn left 1 mi
4 At end of road, turn right 11 mi
5 Turn left onto Gills Pier Road 1 mi
6 Turn right 152 yd
7 Continue straight onto Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry 18 mi
8 Continue straight 43 yd
9 Turn left onto Pier Road 1 mi
10 Continue straight onto Ontoft Road 125 yd
11 Turn right onto Cromarty Square 68 yd
12 Continue straight onto Saint Margaret's Road 1 mi
13 Turn left 14 mi

14 Turn slightly left onto Holm Branch Road 1 mi
15 At roundabout, take exit left onto Foreland Road 1 mi
16 Continue slightly left onto Old Scapa Road 1 mi
17 Continue straight 8 mi
18 Continue straight 2 mi
19 Turn left onto Houton Road 1 mi
20 Turn right 18 yd
21 Arrive straight

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The return trip from Houton to Durran covers roughly the same distance, 57 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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Houton → Stenso21 mi · 35 min Houton → Skelwick34 mi · 6 h 40 min Houton → Freswick51 mi · 1 h 55 min Houton → Clestrain4 mi · 10 min Houton → Clouston6 mi · 15 min Houton → Tuskerbister7 mi · 15 min

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

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How far is it from Durran to Houton?: The distance between Durran and Houton is 57 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Durran to Houton?: The drive from Durran to Houton takes approximately 2 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Durran to Houton?: The fastest route from Durran to Houton covers 57 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 5 min.
Which direction is Houton from Durran?: Houton lies roughly to the north of Durran.
Are there charging stations between Durran and Houton?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Durran to Houton, 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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