How far is it from Midbrake to Housay?

The distance between Midbrake and Housay is 58 mi by road.

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

The drive from Midbrake to Housay takes approximately 3 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Midbrake to Housay?

The fastest route from Midbrake to Housay covers 58 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 15 min.

Which direction is Housay from Midbrake?

Housay lies roughly to the south-east of Midbrake.

Which roads does the route from Midbrake to Housay follow?

The drive from Midbrake to Housay mainly follows A968.

Are there charging stations between Midbrake and Housay?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Midbrake to Housay, including Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Bixter Car Park, Bixter (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 8.

Midbrake Housay

Distance: 58 miDuration: 3 h 15 min

Driving from Midbrake to Housay takes about 3 h 15 min via A968. The distance is 58 mi. The straight-line distance is 23 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Uyeasound, West Sandwick, Graven, Hamnavoe, Shetland Islands 2. Driving directions

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Driving directions13 · 58 mi

1 Depart 2 mi
2 Continue straight 3 mi
3 At end of road, turn right 18 mi
4 Continue straight 3 mi
5 Continue straight 10 mi
6 At end of road, turn left 1 mi
7 Turn left 6 mi
8 Turn left 1 mi

9 Turn straight onto Vidlin - Out Skerries 17 mi
10 Continue right 1 mi
11 Keep slightly left 1 mi
12 Turn slightly right 1 mi
13 Arrive

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The return trip from Housay to Midbrake covers roughly the same distance, 58 mi.

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Charging points along the way

8 chargers

Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, YellUlsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell, ZE2 9BD50 kW
14 Commercial Road, Shetland14 Commercial Road, Shetland, ZE2 9NA22 kW
Bixter Car Park, BixterBixter Car Park, Bixter, Shetland Islands, ZE2 9NN22 kW
Skelladale, BraeSkelladale, Brae, ZE2 9QJ22 kW
Unst Leisure Centre, BaltasoundUnst Leisure Centre, Baltasound, Shetland Islands, ZE2 9DY22 kW

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Popular destinations close by

Housay → Sound, Shetland Islands 232 mi · 1 h 50 min Housay → Lunning20 mi · 1 h 30 min Housay → Freester29 mi · 1 h 45 min Housay → Caldback61 mi · 3 h 40 min Housay → Vidlin18 mi · 1 h 20 min Housay → Gillsbreck18 mi · 1 h 25 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 Midbrake to Housay?: The distance between Midbrake and Housay is 58 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Midbrake to Housay?: The drive from Midbrake to Housay takes approximately 3 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Midbrake to Housay?: The fastest route from Midbrake to Housay covers 58 mi with a driving time of approximately 3 h 15 min.
Which direction is Housay from Midbrake?: Housay lies roughly to the south-east of Midbrake.
Which roads does the route from Midbrake to Housay follow?: The drive from Midbrake to Housay mainly follows A968.
Are there charging stations between Midbrake and Housay?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Midbrake to Housay, including Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW); Bixter Car Park, Bixter (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 8.

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