How far is it from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness?

The distance between Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) and Whiteness is 4 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness?

The drive from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness takes approximately 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness?

The fastest route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness covers 4 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.

Which direction is Whiteness from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK)?

Whiteness lies roughly to the west of Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK).

Are there charging stations between Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) and Whiteness?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Albert Building, Lerwick (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 19.

Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) Whiteness

Distance: 4 miDuration: 10 min

Driving from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness takes about 10 min via A971. The distance is 4 mi. The straight-line distance is 2 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions3 · 4 mi

1 Depart right 3 mi
2 Turn left onto South Whiteness Road 1 mi
3 Arrive onto South Whiteness Road

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The return trip from Whiteness to Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) covers roughly the same distance, 4 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

19 chargers

Gilbertson Road, LerwickGilbertson Road, Lerwick, Shetland Islands, ZE1 0HN50 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
Mairs Quay, LerwickMairs Quay, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0PX22 kW

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White Ness → Lerwick10 mi · 20 min White Ness → Sound, Shetland Islands 26 mi · 15 min White Ness → Tresta, Shetland Islands8 mi · 15 min White Ness → Girlsta8 mi · 15 min White Ness → Stromfirth5 mi · 15 min White Ness → Cott, Shetland Islands7 mi · 20 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 Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness?: The distance between Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) and Whiteness is 4 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness?: The drive from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness takes approximately 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness?: The fastest route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness covers 4 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.
Which direction is Whiteness from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK)?: Whiteness lies roughly to the west of Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK).
Are there charging stations between Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) and Whiteness?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to Whiteness, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Albert Building, Lerwick (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 19.

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