How far is it from Housay to Symbister?

The distance between Housay and Symbister is 26 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Housay to Symbister?

The drive from Housay to Symbister takes approximately 3 h 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Housay to Symbister?

The fastest route from Housay to Symbister covers 26 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 10 min.

Which direction is Symbister from Housay?

Symbister lies roughly to the south-west of Housay.

Are there charging stations between Housay and Symbister?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Housay to Symbister, including Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); Skelladale, Brae (22 kW); Whalsay Primary School, Symbister (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 3.

Housay Symbister

Distance: 26 miDuration: 3 h 10 min

Driving from Housay to Symbister takes about 3 h 10 min via Vidlin - Out Skerries. The distance is 26 mi. The straight-line distance is 11 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions12 · 26 mi

1 Depart 1 mi
2 Turn slightly left 1 mi
3 Turn right 1 mi
4 Continue left onto Vidlin - Out Skerries 17 mi
5 Continue left 1 mi
6 Continue straight 1 mi
7 Turn right 1 mi
8 Continue left 2 mi

9 Turn left 1 mi
10 Continue straight 6 mi
11 Continue straight 1 mi
12 Arrive

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The return trip from Symbister to Housay covers roughly the same distance, 26 mi.

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Charging points along the way

3 chargers

Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, YellUlsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell, ZE2 9BD50 kW
Skelladale, BraeSkelladale, Brae, ZE2 9QJ22 kW
Whalsay Primary School, SymbisterWhalsay Primary School, Symbister, ZE2 9AB22 kW

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Symbister → Freester16 mi · 2 h 5 min Symbister → Heogan29 mi · 2 h 40 min Symbister → Kalliness19 mi · 2 h 10 min Symbister → Gott, Shetland Islands21 mi · 2 h 10 min Symbister → Setter25 mi · 3 h 10 min Symbister → Hestaford27 mi · 2 h 20 min

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

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How far is it from Housay to Symbister?: The distance between Housay and Symbister is 26 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Housay to Symbister?: The drive from Housay to Symbister takes approximately 3 h 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Housay to Symbister?: The fastest route from Housay to Symbister covers 26 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 10 min.
Which direction is Symbister from Housay?: Symbister lies roughly to the south-west of Housay.
Are there charging stations between Housay and Symbister?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Housay to Symbister, including Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); Skelladale, Brae (22 kW); Whalsay Primary School, Symbister (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 3.

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