How far is it from Lerwick to Midbrake?

The distance between Lerwick and Midbrake is 53 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Lerwick to Midbrake?

The drive from Lerwick to Midbrake takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Lerwick to Midbrake?

The fastest route from Lerwick to Midbrake covers 53 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.

Which direction is Midbrake from Lerwick?

Midbrake lies roughly to the north of Lerwick.

Which roads does the route from Lerwick to Midbrake follow?

The drive from Lerwick to Midbrake mainly follows A970, A968.

Are there charging stations between Lerwick and Midbrake?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Lerwick to Midbrake, 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.

Lerwick Midbrake

Distance: 53 miDuration: 2 h 15 min

Driving from Lerwick to Midbrake takes about 2 h 15 min via A968. The distance is 53 mi. The straight-line distance is 40 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Freefield, Shetland Islands, Gletness, Hamnavoe, Shetland Islands 2. Driving directions

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Driving directions16 · 53 mi

1 Depart straight 76 yd
2 Turn right onto Hill Lane 102 yd
3 Turn right onto Hillhead 72 yd
4 Continue straight onto Market Street 1 mi
5 At end of road, turn left onto Commercial Road 1 mi
6 Turn right onto Garthspool Road 132 yd
7 Continue left 1 mi
8 At roundabout, take exit right onto Holmsgarth Road 1 mi

9 At roundabout, take exit right onto Gremista Road 17 mi
10 Turn right onto Isles Road 10 mi
11 Continue straight 3 mi
12 Continue straight 18 mi
13 Turn left 3 mi
14 Turn slightly left 2 mi
15 Turn left 1 mi
16 Arrive

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The return trip from Midbrake to Lerwick covers roughly the same distance, 53 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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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular destinations close by

Midbrake → Clibberswick17 mi · 55 min Midbrake → White Ness48 mi · 2 h 5 min Midbrake → Wester Skeld58 mi · 2 h 25 min Midbrake → Brough, Shetland Islands 221 mi · 35 min Midbrake → Symbister44 mi · 3 h 40 min Midbrake → Housay58 mi · 3 h 15 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 September 2026.

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How far is it from Lerwick to Midbrake?: The distance between Lerwick and Midbrake is 53 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Lerwick to Midbrake?: The drive from Lerwick to Midbrake takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Lerwick to Midbrake?: The fastest route from Lerwick to Midbrake covers 53 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.
Which direction is Midbrake from Lerwick?: Midbrake lies roughly to the north of Lerwick.
Which roads does the route from Lerwick to Midbrake follow?: The drive from Lerwick to Midbrake mainly follows A970, A968.
Are there charging stations between Lerwick and Midbrake?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Lerwick to Midbrake, 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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