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

The distance between Foula Airfield (FOA) and Virkie is 49 mi by road.

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

The drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.

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

The fastest route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie covers 49 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.

Which direction is Virkie from Foula Airfield (FOA)?

Virkie lies roughly to the south-east of Foula Airfield (FOA).

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

The drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie mainly follows A971, A970.

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

Yes. You can charge along the route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie, 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) Virkie

Distance: 49 miDuration: 1 h 25 min

Driving from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie takes about 1 h 25 min via A970. The distance is 49 mi. The straight-line distance is 31 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Hestinsetter, South Stromness, Gott, Shetland Islands, Fladdabister. Driving directions

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Driving directions17 · 49 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 18 mi
10 Turn straight onto Sumburgh Road 1 mi
11 Continue straight onto Ward Hill 2 mi
12 Turn right onto Hestingott Road 1 mi
13 Turn left 151 yd
14 Turn left onto Toab Road 136 yd
15 Turn right 50 yd
16 Turn left 41 yd
17 Arrive

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The return trip from Virkie to Foula Airfield (FOA) covers roughly the same distance, 49 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

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Virkie → Leebitten12 mi · 25 min Virkie → Toogs28 mi · 50 min Virkie → Wethersta42 mi · 1 h 5 min Virkie → Boddam, Shetland Islands4 mi · 10 min Virkie → South Scousburgh5 mi · 10 min Virkie → Gott, Shetland Islands26 mi · 40 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 September 2026.

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How far is it from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie?: The distance between Foula Airfield (FOA) and Virkie is 49 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie?: The drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie takes approximately 1 h 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie?: The fastest route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie covers 49 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 25 min.
Which direction is Virkie from Foula Airfield (FOA)?: Virkie lies roughly to the south-east of Foula Airfield (FOA).
Which roads does the route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie follow?: The drive from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie mainly follows A971, A970.
Are there charging stations between Foula Airfield (FOA) and Virkie?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Foula Airfield (FOA) to Virkie, 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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