How far is it from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness?

The distance between Isbister, Orkney Islands and Aikerness is 40 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness?

The drive from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness takes approximately 6 h 50 min by car.

What is the best route from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness?

The fastest route from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness covers 40 mi with a driving time of approximately 6 h 50 min.

Which direction is Aikerness from Isbister, Orkney Islands?

Aikerness lies roughly to the north of Isbister, Orkney Islands.

Are there charging stations between Isbister, Orkney Islands and Aikerness?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness, including Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 32.

Isbister, Orkney Islands Aikerness

Distance: 40 miDuration: 6 h 50 min

Driving from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness takes about 6 h 50 min via Kirkwall - Westray. The distance is 40 mi. The straight-line distance is 21 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Gorseness, Crookness, Kirkwall. Driving directions

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Driving directions14 · 40 mi

1 Depart onto Gorseness Road 1 mi
2 Turn left 4 mi
3 At end of road, turn left 5 mi
4 Turn straight 2 mi
5 At roundabout, take exit slightly right onto Ayre Road 1 mi
6 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Harbour Street 1 mi
7 Turn left 1 mi
8 Turn left 110 yd

9 Turn straight onto Kirkwall - Westray 20 mi
10 Continue straight 1 mi
11 At end of road, turn right 8 mi
12 Turn left onto Rackwick Road 24 yd
13 Turn slightly right onto Aikerness Road 2 mi
14 Arrive onto Aikerness Road

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The return trip from Aikerness to Isbister, Orkney Islands covers roughly the same distance, 40 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

32 chargers

Dounby Primary School, DounbyDounby Primary School, Dounby, Orkney Islands, KW17 2JA50 kW
Ferry Road, StromnessFerry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3AD50 kW
Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX50 kW
Great Western Road South, KirkwallGreat Western Road South, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1AN50 kW
Pickaquoy RD, KirkwallPickaquoy RD, Kirkwall, KW15 1RP50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Kirkwall Port
Ferry Terminals

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Aikerness → Orphir37 mi · 6 h 45 min Aikerness → Aith, Orkney Islands55 mi · 14 h 5 min Aikerness → Hobbister35 mi · 6 h 45 min Aikerness → Petertown41 mi · 6 h 50 min Aikerness → Mirbister43 mi · 6 h 55 min Aikerness → The Barony49 mi · 7 h 5 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 September 2026.

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How far is it from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness?: The distance between Isbister, Orkney Islands and Aikerness is 40 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness?: The drive from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness takes approximately 6 h 50 min by car.
What is the best route from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness?: The fastest route from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness covers 40 mi with a driving time of approximately 6 h 50 min.
Which direction is Aikerness from Isbister, Orkney Islands?: Aikerness lies roughly to the north of Isbister, Orkney Islands.
Are there charging stations between Isbister, Orkney Islands and Aikerness?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Isbister, Orkney Islands to Aikerness, including Dounby Primary School, Dounby (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 32.

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