How far is it from Hoswick to North Sandwick?

The distance between Hoswick and North Sandwick is 60 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Hoswick to North Sandwick?

The drive from Hoswick to North Sandwick takes approximately 2 h 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Hoswick to North Sandwick?

The fastest route from Hoswick to North Sandwick covers 60 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 25 min.

Which direction is North Sandwick from Hoswick?

North Sandwick lies roughly to the north of Hoswick.

Which roads does the route from Hoswick to North Sandwick follow?

The drive from Hoswick to North Sandwick mainly follows A970, A968.

Are there charging stations between Hoswick and North Sandwick?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Hoswick to North Sandwick, 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.

Hoswick North Sandwick

Distance: 60 miDuration: 2 h 25 min

Driving from Hoswick to North Sandwick takes about 2 h 25 min via A968. The distance is 60 mi. The straight-line distance is 47 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Fladdabister, Breiwick, Gletness, West Sandwick. Driving directions

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Driving directions14 · 60 mi

1 Depart left 1 mi
2 Turn right 94 yd
3 Keep slightly right 1 mi
4 Turn left onto Brakefield Road 1 mi
5 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
6 At end of road, turn right 10 mi
7 Turn left 2 mi
8 At end of road, turn right 2 mi

9 Continue left 15 mi
10 Turn right onto Isles Road 10 mi
11 Continue straight 3 mi
12 Continue straight 18 mi
13 Turn right 2 mi
14 Arrive

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The return trip from North Sandwick to Hoswick 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

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North Sandwick → Burrafirth15 mi · 50 min North Sandwick → Dale of Walls57 mi · 2 h 25 min North Sandwick → Midbrake6 mi · 15 min North Sandwick → Burragarth7 mi · 40 min North Sandwick → Haggrister34 mi · 1 h 50 min North Sandwick → Bixter45 mi · 2 h 5 min

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