How far is it from Horraldshay to Bilbster?

The distance between Horraldshay and Bilbster is 60 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Horraldshay to Bilbster?

The drive from Horraldshay to Bilbster takes approximately 2 h 20 min by car.

What is the best route from Horraldshay to Bilbster?

The fastest route from Horraldshay to Bilbster covers 60 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 20 min.

Which direction is Bilbster from Horraldshay?

Bilbster lies roughly to the south of Horraldshay.

Are there charging stations between Horraldshay and Bilbster?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Horraldshay to Bilbster, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); 3 Victoria Place, Wick (50 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 45.

Horraldshay Bilbster

Distance: 60 miDuration: 2 h 20 min

Driving from Horraldshay to Bilbster takes about 2 h 20 min via Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry. The distance is 60 mi. The straight-line distance is 39 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Blackhill, Orkney Islands, Hatston, Nether Button, Burwick, Ackergill. Driving directions

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Driving directions29 · 60 mi

1 Depart onto Grandon Road 1 mi
2 Turn right onto Holland Road 1 mi
3 Turn right 2 mi
4 At end of road, turn left 5 mi
5 Turn straight 2 mi
6 At roundabout, take exit slightly right onto Ayre Road 1 mi
7 At roundabout, take exit right onto Junction Road 1 mi
8 Turn left onto Castle Street 1 mi
9 Turn left onto Palace Road 1 mi
10 Continue slightly right onto Dundas Crescent 1 mi
11 Continue straight onto Bignold Park Road 1 mi
12 Turn right onto Holm Road 14 mi
13 Turn right onto Saint Margaret's Road 1 mi

14 Turn left onto Ontoft Road 125 yd
15 Continue straight onto Pier Road 1 mi
16 Turn right 43 yd
17 Continue straight onto Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry 18 mi
18 Continue straight 158 yd
19 Continue straight onto Gills Pier Road 1 mi
20 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
21 Turn left 1 mi
22 At end of road, turn left 1 mi
23 Turn right 9 mi
24 At end of road, turn left 1 mi
25 Turn right 3 mi
26 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
27 Turn left 2 mi
28 Turn left onto Thurso Road 3 mi
29 Arrive left

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The return trip from Bilbster to Horraldshay covers roughly the same distance, 60 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

45 chargers

John O'groats, WickJohn O'groats, Wick, KW1 4YX75 kW
3 Victoria Place, Wick3 Victoria Place, Wick, KW1 4AP50 kW
Church Road, St. Margaret's HopeChurch Road, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SR50 kW
Dounby Primary School, DounbyDounby Primary School, Dounby, Orkney Islands, KW17 2JA50 kW
Ferry Road, StromnessFerry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3AD50 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
Ferry Terminals
Kirkwall Port
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Bilbster → Hillhead, Highland19 mi · 30 min Bilbster → Knockally28 mi · 40 min Bilbster → Burwick42 mi · 1 h 50 min Bilbster → Wick, Highland6 mi · 10 min Bilbster → Tannach6 mi · 15 min Bilbster → Lochshell7 mi · 15 min

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How far is it from Horraldshay to Bilbster?: The distance between Horraldshay and Bilbster is 60 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Horraldshay to Bilbster?: The drive from Horraldshay to Bilbster takes approximately 2 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Horraldshay to Bilbster?: The fastest route from Horraldshay to Bilbster covers 60 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 20 min.
Which direction is Bilbster from Horraldshay?: Bilbster lies roughly to the south of Horraldshay.
Are there charging stations between Horraldshay and Bilbster?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Horraldshay to Bilbster, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); 3 Victoria Place, Wick (50 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 45.

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