How far is it from Nesstoun to Kirkwall?

The distance between Nesstoun and Kirkwall is 37 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Nesstoun to Kirkwall?

The drive from Nesstoun to Kirkwall takes approximately 11 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Nesstoun to Kirkwall?

The fastest route from Nesstoun to Kirkwall covers 37 mi with a driving time of approximately 11 h 15 min.

Which direction is Kirkwall from Nesstoun?

Kirkwall lies roughly to the south-west of Nesstoun.

Are there charging stations between Nesstoun and Kirkwall?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Nesstoun to Kirkwall, including Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW); Great Western Road South, Kirkwall (50 kW); Pickaquoy RD, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 23.

Nesstoun Kirkwall

Distance: 37 miDuration: 11 h 15 min

Driving from Nesstoun to Kirkwall takes about 11 h 15 min via Kirkwall - North Ronaldsay. The distance is 37 mi. The straight-line distance is 33 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in St Ola, Orkney Islands, Kirkwall. Driving directions

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Driving directions9 · 37 mi

1 Depart onto Nesstoun Road 1 mi
2 At end of road, turn left 1 mi
3 Turn slightly left 151 yd
4 Continue straight onto Kirkwall - North Ronaldsay 35 mi
5 Continue straight 67 yd
6 Turn left 44 yd
7 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
8 Turn right onto Shore Street 74 yd

9 Arrive onto Harbour Street

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The return trip from Kirkwall to Nesstoun covers roughly the same distance, 37 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

23 chargers

Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX50 kW
Great Western Road South, KirkwallGreat Western Road South, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1AN50 kW
Pickaquoy RD, KirkwallPickaquoy RD, Kirkwall, KW15 1RP50 kW
Pickaquoy Road, KirkwallPickaquoy Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1RP50 kW
Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX22 kW

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Top attractions along the route

Kirkwall Port
Ferry Terminals

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Popular routes from destination

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Kirkwall → Wick, Highland54 mi · 2 h Kirkwall → Lyness17 mi · 2 h 15 min Kirkwall → Rackwick, Orkney Islands 228 mi · 6 h 30 min Kirkwall → Orphir8 mi · 15 min Kirkwall → Coubister9 mi · 15 min Kirkwall → Corrigall13 mi · 25 min

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

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How far is it from Nesstoun to Kirkwall?: The distance between Nesstoun and Kirkwall is 37 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Nesstoun to Kirkwall?: The drive from Nesstoun to Kirkwall takes approximately 11 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Nesstoun to Kirkwall?: The fastest route from Nesstoun to Kirkwall covers 37 mi with a driving time of approximately 11 h 15 min.
Which direction is Kirkwall from Nesstoun?: Kirkwall lies roughly to the south-west of Nesstoun.
Are there charging stations between Nesstoun and Kirkwall?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Nesstoun to Kirkwall, including Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW); Great Western Road South, Kirkwall (50 kW); Pickaquoy RD, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 23.

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