How far is it from Killimster to Scapa?

The distance between Killimster and Scapa is 53 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Killimster to Scapa?

The drive from Killimster to Scapa takes approximately 1 h 55 min by car.

What is the best route from Killimster to Scapa?

The fastest route from Killimster to Scapa covers 53 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 55 min.

Which direction is Scapa from Killimster?

Scapa lies roughly to the north of Killimster.

Are there charging stations between Killimster and Scapa?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Killimster to Scapa, 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: 35.

Killimster Scapa

Distance: 53 miDuration: 1 h 55 min

Driving from Killimster to Scapa takes about 1 h 55 min via Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry. The distance is 53 mi. The straight-line distance is 34 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Killimster, East Canisbay, Burwick, Saint Mary's, St Ola, Orkney Islands 2. Driving directions

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Driving directions17 · 53 mi

1 Depart 2 mi
2 Turn left 14 mi
3 Continue left 4 mi
4 Turn right onto Gills Pier Road 1 mi
5 Turn right 152 yd
6 Continue straight onto Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry 18 mi
7 Continue straight 43 yd
8 Turn left onto Pier Road 1 mi

9 Continue straight onto Ontoft Road 125 yd
10 Turn right onto Cromarty Square 68 yd
11 Continue straight onto Saint Margaret's Road 1 mi
12 Turn left 14 mi
13 Turn slightly left onto Holm Branch Road 1 mi
14 At roundabout, take exit left onto Foreland Road 1 mi
15 Continue slightly left onto Old Scapa Road 1 mi
16 Continue left onto Old Scapa Road 1 mi
17 Arrive right onto Old Scapa Road

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The return trip from Scapa to Killimster covers roughly the same distance, 53 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

35 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
Gill's Pier Road, Gill's BayGill's Pier Road, Gill's Bay, Highland, KW1 4YB50 kW
Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX50 kW

EV Charging Points

Data source: OpenChargeMap

Top attractions along the route

Gills Bay
Ferry Terminals
St Margaret's Hope Port
Ferry Terminals

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Scapa → Tankerness7 mi · 15 min Scapa → Orphir7 mi · 10 min Scapa → Halkirk57 mi · 2 h Scapa → Nether Button6 mi · 10 min Scapa → Balfour GB7 mi · 1 h 30 min Scapa → Saint Mary's7 mi · 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 6 August 2026.

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How far is it from Killimster to Scapa?: The distance between Killimster and Scapa is 53 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Killimster to Scapa?: The drive from Killimster to Scapa takes approximately 1 h 55 min by car.
What is the best route from Killimster to Scapa?: The fastest route from Killimster to Scapa covers 53 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 55 min.
Which direction is Scapa from Killimster?: Scapa lies roughly to the north of Killimster.
Are there charging stations between Killimster and Scapa?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Killimster to Scapa, 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: 35.

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