How far is it from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister?

The distance between Foula Airfield (FOA) and Swinister is 39 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister?

The drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister?

The fastest route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister covers 39 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.

Which direction is Swinister from Foula Airfield (FOA)?

Swinister lies roughly to the east of Foula Airfield (FOA).

Which roads does the route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister follow?

The drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister mainly follows A971.

Are there charging stations between Foula Airfield (FOA) and Swinister?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Albert Building, Lerwick (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 19.

Foula Airfield (FOA) Swinister

Distance: 39 miDuration: 1 h 10 min

Driving from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister takes about 1 h 10 min via A971. The distance is 39 mi. The straight-line distance is 29 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Hestinsetter, Sand, Shetland Islands, Laxfirth, Shetland Islands 2, Gott, Shetland Islands, Fladdabister. Driving directions

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Driving directions12 · 39 mi

1 Depart 4 mi
2 Turn right 1 mi
3 Continue straight 1 mi
4 Turn left 1 mi
5 Continue straight 19 mi
6 Turn right 3 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 Foula Airfield (FOA) covers roughly the same distance, 39 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

19 chargers

Gilbertson Road, LerwickGilbertson Road, Lerwick, Shetland Islands, ZE1 0HN50 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
Mairs Quay, LerwickMairs Quay, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0PX22 kW

EV Charging Points

Data source: OpenChargeMap

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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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 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister?: The distance between Foula Airfield (FOA) and Swinister is 39 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister?: The drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister takes approximately 1 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister?: The fastest route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister covers 39 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 10 min.
Which direction is Swinister from Foula Airfield (FOA)?: Swinister lies roughly to the east of Foula Airfield (FOA).
Which roads does the route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister follow?: The drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister mainly follows A971.
Are there charging stations between Foula Airfield (FOA) and Swinister?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Swinister, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Albert Building, Lerwick (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 19.

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