How far is it from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands?

The distance between Overbister and Rackwick, Orkney Islands is 60 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands?

The drive from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands takes approximately 9 h 25 min by car.

What is the best route from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands?

The fastest route from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands covers 60 mi with a driving time of approximately 9 h 25 min.

Which direction is Rackwick, Orkney Islands from Overbister?

Rackwick, Orkney Islands lies roughly to the south-west of Overbister.

Are there charging stations between Overbister and Rackwick, Orkney Islands?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands, including Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 31.

Overbister Rackwick, Orkney Islands

Distance: 60 miDuration: 9 h 25 min

Driving from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands takes about 9 h 25 min via Kirkwall - Eday. The distance is 60 mi. The straight-line distance is 40 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in St Ola, Orkney Islands 2, Smerquoy, Ireland, Orkney Islands, Wasbister, Orkney Islands 2. Driving directions

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Driving directions31 · 60 mi

This 59-mile trip takes about 9 hours and 20 minutes, starting on the B9069. The route follows the Kirkwall-Eday and Houton-Lyness stretches across the islands. From the wires, I can see them reach Rackwick, accessed via ferry and a winding single-track road.

1 Depart 1 mi
2 Turn left 3 mi
3 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
4 Turn left 7 mi
5 Keep straight 1 mi
6 Continue straight onto Eday - Sanday 4 mi
7 Turn left onto Kirkwall - Eday 17 mi
8 Continue straight 67 yd
9 Turn left 44 yd
10 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
11 Turn right onto Shore Street 70 yd
12 Continue straight onto Harbour Street 120 yd
13 At roundabout, take exit left onto Junction Road 1 mi

14 Turn right onto Wellington Street 169 yd
15 Continue straight onto High Street 118 yd
16 Turn slightly left onto Old Scapa Road 1 mi
17 At end of road, turn right onto Old Scapa Road 1 mi
18 Continue straight 8 mi
19 Continue straight 2 mi
20 Turn left onto Houton Road 1 mi
21 Turn left 1 mi
22 Turn slightly right 176 yd
23 Turn straight onto Houton - Lyness 6 mi
24 Continue straight 1 mi
25 Turn left 1 mi
26 At end of road, turn right 1 mi
27 Turn left 9 mi
28 Turn left 5 mi
29 Continue straight 1 mi
30 Turn left 36 yd
31 Arrive right

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The return trip from Rackwick, Orkney Islands to Overbister covers roughly the same distance, 60 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

31 chargers

Church Road, St. Margaret's HopeChurch Road, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SR50 kW
Ferry Road, StromnessFerry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3AD50 kW
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

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Top attractions along the route

St Margaret's Hope Port
Ferry Terminals
Houton Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminals
Stromness Port
Ferry Terminals
Kirkwall Port
Ferry Terminals

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Rackwick, Orkney Islands → Harray33 mi · 2 h 50 min Rackwick, Orkney Islands → Melsetter18 mi · 45 min Rackwick, Orkney Islands → The Breck22 mi · 2 h 40 min Rackwick, Orkney Islands → South Walls21 mi · 50 min Rackwick, Orkney Islands → Wyng22 mi · 50 min Rackwick, Orkney Islands → Mirbister34 mi · 2 h 55 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 Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands?: The distance between Overbister and Rackwick, Orkney Islands is 60 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands?: The drive from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands takes approximately 9 h 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands?: The fastest route from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands covers 60 mi with a driving time of approximately 9 h 25 min.
Which direction is Rackwick, Orkney Islands from Overbister?: Rackwick, Orkney Islands lies roughly to the south-west of Overbister.
Are there charging stations between Overbister and Rackwick, Orkney Islands?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Overbister to Rackwick, Orkney Islands, including Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW); Great Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 31.

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