How far is it from Lyness to Syster?

The distance between Lyness and Syster is 62 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Lyness to Syster?

The drive from Lyness to Syster takes approximately 4 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Lyness to Syster?

The fastest route from Lyness to Syster covers 62 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 5 min.

Which direction is Syster from Lyness?

Syster lies roughly to the south of Lyness.

Are there charging stations between Lyness and Syster?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Lyness to Syster, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 38.

Lyness Syster

Distance: 62 miDuration: 4 h 5 min

Driving from Lyness to Syster takes about 4 h 5 min via Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry. The distance is 62 mi. The straight-line distance is 17 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Ireland, Orkney Islands, Scapa, St Ola, Orkney Islands 2, Burwick, Seater. Driving directions

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Driving directions26 · 62 mi

1 Depart 5 yd
2 Turn right onto Baldreys Road 1 mi
3 At end of road, turn left 1 mi
4 Turn straight onto Houton - Lyness 6 mi
5 Continue straight 120 yd
6 Turn left 126 yd
7 Keep slightly right 103 yd
8 Turn right onto Houton Road 1 mi
9 Turn right 2 mi
10 Turn slightly right 9 mi
11 Continue slightly right onto Foreland Road 1 mi
12 At roundabout, take exit right onto Holm Branch Road 1 mi
13 Continue slightly right onto Holm Road 14 mi

14 Turn right onto Saint Margaret's Road 1 mi
15 Turn left onto Ontoft Road 125 yd
16 Continue straight onto Pier Road 1 mi
17 Turn right 43 yd
18 Continue straight onto Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry 18 mi
19 Continue straight 158 yd
20 Continue straight onto Gills Pier Road 1 mi
21 At end of road, turn right 6 mi
22 Turn left 2 mi
23 At end of road, turn right 3 mi
24 At end of road, turn left 2 mi
25 Turn left onto Lochend Road 2 mi
26 Arrive onto Lochend Road

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The return trip from Syster to Lyness covers roughly the same distance, 62 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

38 chargers

John O'groats, WickJohn O'groats, Wick, KW1 4YX75 kW
Church Road, St. Margaret's HopeChurch Road, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SR50 kW
Ferry Road, StromnessFerry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3AD50 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

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Top attractions along the route

Gills Bay
Ferry Terminals
St Margaret's Hope Port
Ferry Terminals
Houton Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminals
Stromness Port
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Syster → Gills13 mi · 30 min Syster → Inkstack6 mi · 20 min Syster → Willowbank16 mi · 35 min Syster → Hoxa34 mi · 1 h 40 min Syster → Greenland, Highland4 mi · 15 min Syster → Howe7 mi · 20 min

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

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How far is it from Lyness to Syster?: The distance between Lyness and Syster is 62 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Lyness to Syster?: The drive from Lyness to Syster takes approximately 4 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Lyness to Syster?: The fastest route from Lyness to Syster covers 62 mi with a driving time of approximately 4 h 5 min.
Which direction is Syster from Lyness?: Syster lies roughly to the south of Lyness.
Are there charging stations between Lyness and Syster?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Lyness to Syster, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 38.

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